Getting Acquainted (1914): cast, story & where to watch
1914 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1914, Getting Acquainted is a comedy film directed by Charlie Chaplin, running about 14 minutes.
What it’s about. Charlie and his wife are in the park when he encounters Ambrose and his wife. Each man is attracted to and shows unwanted attention to the other man's wife. A policeman becomes involved.
Who’s in it. Getting Acquainted stars Charlie Chaplin as Mr. Sniffels, Phyllis Allen as Mrs. Sniffels, Mack Swain as Ambrose and Mabel Normand as Ambrose's Wife Mabel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Getting Acquainted has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Getting Acquainted page.
If you liked it. Fans of Getting Acquainted tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Getting Acquainted (1914)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Getting Acquainted change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Getting Acquainted worth watching?
- Getting Acquainted holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Getting Acquainted?
- Getting Acquainted stars Charlie Chaplin, Phyllis Allen, Mack Swain, Mabel Normand and Harry McCoy.
- When was Getting Acquainted released?
- Getting Acquainted was released in 1914, with a runtime of about 14 minutes.