The Fatal Mallet (1914): cast, story & where to watch
1914 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1914, The Fatal Mallet is a comedy film directed by Mack Sennett, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. Three men will fight for the love of a charming girl. Charlie will play dirty, throwing bricks and using a huge hammer.
Who’s in it. The Fatal Mallet stars Charlie Chaplin as Suitor aka The Tramp (uncredited), Mabel Normand as Pretty Girl (uncredited), Mack Sennett as Other Suitor (uncredited) and Mack Swain as Rival Suitor (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Fatal Mallet has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fatal Mallet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fatal Mallet tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fatal Mallet (1914)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Fatal Mallet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Fatal Mallet worth watching?
- The Fatal Mallet holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fatal Mallet?
- The Fatal Mallet stars Charlie Chaplin, Mabel Normand, Mack Sennett, Mack Swain and Gordon Griffith.
- When was The Fatal Mallet released?
- The Fatal Mallet was released in 1914, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.