The Waiters' Picnic (1913): cast, story & where to watch
1913 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1913, The Waiters' Picnic is a comedy film directed by Mack Sennett, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. Louis, the chef and Oscar, the head waiter, are in love with Mabel the pretty cashier. The Waiters' picnic is held, and Mabel is the cause of much trouble between Louis and Oscar.
Who’s in it. The Waiters' Picnic stars Mabel Normand as Mabel - the Cashier, Ford Sterling as Louis - the Chef, Roscoe Arbuckle as Oscar - the Waiter and William Nigh as The Head Waiter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Waiters' Picnic has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Waiters' Picnic page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Waiters' Picnic tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Waiters' Picnic (1913)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Waiters' Picnic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Waiters' Picnic worth watching?
- The Waiters' Picnic holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Waiters' Picnic?
- The Waiters' Picnic stars Mabel Normand, Ford Sterling, Roscoe Arbuckle, William Nigh and Nick Cogley.
- When was The Waiters' Picnic released?
- The Waiters' Picnic was released in 1913, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.