A Submarine Pirate (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1915, A Submarine Pirate is a comedy film directed by Charles Avery, running about 24 minutes. “A Mack Sennett masterpiece, showing all the inner workings of a big submarine in a side-splitting comedy.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A waiter tricks his way into command of a sub in order to rob a ship carrying gold bullion.
Who’s in it. A Submarine Pirate stars Syd Chaplin as Ambitious waiter, Glen Cavender as A shrewd inventor / Ship Captain, Wesley Ruggles as His accomplice / Sub Officer and Phyllis Allen as A pugnacious guest, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, A Submarine Pirate has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Submarine Pirate page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Submarine Pirate tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Submarine Pirate (1915)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Submarine Pirate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Submarine Pirate worth watching?
- A Submarine Pirate holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Submarine Pirate?
- A Submarine Pirate stars Syd Chaplin, Glen Cavender, Wesley Ruggles, Phyllis Allen and Josh Binney.
- When was A Submarine Pirate released?
- A Submarine Pirate was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.