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The Fireman (1916)

1916-06-12 · 26m · EN
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Firefighter Charlie Chaplin is tricked into letting a house burn by an owner who wants to collect on the insurance.

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Charlie ChaplinDirector, WriterVincent BryanWriterMaverick TerrellWriter

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Charlie ChaplinCharlie ChaplinFiremanEdna PurvianceEdna PurvianceGirlLloyd BaconLloyd BaconHer FatherEric CampbellEric CampbellForeman of the BrigadeLeo WhiteLeo WhiteOwner of Burning HouseCharlotte MineauCharlotte MineauMotherAlbert AustinAlbert AustinFiremanFrank J. ColemanFrank J. ColemanFiremanJames T. KelleyJames T. KelleyFiremanJohn RandJohn RandFireman

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SlapstickSlapstick comedy

Movie DNA

Genre affinityComedyTheme affinitySlapstick · Slapstick ComedyDialogue densityComedyPacingShortDirector preference191835Actor preference217020 · 280215 · 203547

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Frequently asked questions about The Fireman

What is The Fireman about?

Firefighter Charlie Chaplin is tricked into letting a house burn by an owner who wants to collect on the insurance.

How long is The Fireman?

The Fireman has a runtime of 26 minutes.