Shanghaied (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1915, Shanghaied is a comedy film directed by Charlie Chaplin, running about 27 minutes.
What it’s about. A shipowner intends to scuttle his ship on its last voyage to get the insurance money. Charlie, a tramp in love with the owner's daughter, is grabbed by the captain and promises to help him shanghai some seamen. The daughter stows away to follow Charlie. Charlie assists in the galley and attempts to serve food during a gale.
Who’s in it. Shanghaied stars Charlie Chaplin as Tramp, Edna Purviance as Daughter of the Shipowner, Wesley Ruggles as Shipowner and Bud Jamison as Second Mate, The Other Man, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Shanghaied 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 Shanghaied page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shanghaied tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shanghaied (1915)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shanghaied change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shanghaied worth watching?
- Shanghaied holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shanghaied?
- Shanghaied stars Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Wesley Ruggles, Bud Jamison and Billy Armstrong.
- When was Shanghaied released?
- Shanghaied was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 27 minutes.