The Star Boarder (1914): cast, story & where to watch
1914 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1914, The Star Boarder is a comedy film directed by George Nichols, running about 12 minutes.
What it’s about. A brat's magic lantern show exposes an indiscreet moment between a landlady and her star boarder.
Who’s in it. The Star Boarder stars Charlie Chaplin as The Star Boarder aka The Tramp (uncredited), Minta Durfee as Landlady (uncredited), Edgar Kennedy as Landlady's Husband (uncredited) and Gordon Griffith as Their Son, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Star Boarder 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 Star Boarder page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Star Boarder tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Star Boarder (1914)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Star Boarder change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Star Boarder worth watching?
- The Star Boarder 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 Star Boarder?
- The Star Boarder stars Charlie Chaplin, Minta Durfee, Edgar Kennedy, Gordon Griffith and Alice Davenport.
- When was The Star Boarder released?
- The Star Boarder was released in 1914, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.