Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2003, Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' is a documentary film directed by Serge Bromberg, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1928, as the talkies threw the film industry and film language into turmoil, Chaplin decided that his Tramp character would not be heard. City Lights would not be a talking picture, but it would have a soundtrack. Chaplin personally composed a musical score and sound effects for the picture. With Peter Lord, the famous co-creator of Chicken Run and Wallace & Gromit, we see how Chaplin became the king of slapstick comedy and the superstar of the movies.
Who’s in it. Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' stars Charlie Chaplin as Self (archive footage) and Peter Lord as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' 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 Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' worth watching?
- Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chaplin Today: 'City Lights'?
- Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' stars Charlie Chaplin and Peter Lord.
- When was Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' released?
- Chaplin Today: 'City Lights' was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.