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The Fireman

6.3191626mMovieComedy

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

DirectorCharlie Chaplin
WritersVincent Bryan·Maverick Terrell
ProducersCharlie Chaplin·Henry P. Caulfield

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Cast · Directed by Charlie Chaplin

CCCharlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin
Fireman
EPEdna Purviance
Edna Purviance
Girl
LBLloyd Bacon
Lloyd Bacon
Her Father
ECEric Campbell
Eric Campbell
Foreman of the Brigade
LWLeo White
Leo White
Owner of Burning House
CMCharlotte Mineau
Charlotte Mineau
Mother
AAAlbert Austin
Albert Austin
Fireman
FCFrank J. Coleman
Frank J. Coleman
Fireman
JKJames T. Kelley
James T. Kelley
Fireman
JRJohn Rand
John Rand
Fireman

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The Fireman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Fireman?

The Fireman is streaming on Kanopy, Public Domain Movies and The Roku Channel in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Fireman on Netflix?

No, The Fireman is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Kanopy and Public Domain Movies.

Is The Fireman on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Fireman isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kanopy and Public Domain Movies instead.

Where can I watch The Fireman for free?

The Fireman is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Public Domain Movies in United States.