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Chaplin

7.419922h 25m15MovieDrama

An aged Charlie Chaplin narrates his life to his autobiography's editor, including his rise to wealth and comedic fame from poverty, his turbulent personal life and his run-ins with the FBI.

DirectorRichard Attenborough
WritersBryan Forbes·William Goldman
ProducersMario Kassar·Richard Attenborough

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Cast · Directed by Richard Attenborough

RJRobert Downey Jr.
Robert Downey Jr.
Charles Spencer Chaplin
GCGeraldine Chaplin
Geraldine Chaplin
Hannah Chaplin
PRPaul Rhys
Paul Rhys
Sydney Chaplin
JTJohn Thaw
John Thaw
Fred Karno
MKMoira Kelly
Moira Kelly
Hetty Kelly / Oona O'Neill
AHAnthony Hopkins
Anthony Hopkins
George Hayden
DADan Aykroyd
Dan Aykroyd
Mack Sennett
MTMarisa Tomei
Marisa Tomei
Mabel Normand
PMPenelope Ann Miller
Penelope Ann Miller
Edna Purviance
KKKevin Kline
Kevin Kline
Douglas Fairbanks
MPMaria Pitillo
Maria Pitillo
Mary Pickford
MJMilla Jovovich
Milla Jovovich
Mildred Harris

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Chaplin — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Chaplin?

Chaplin is streaming on Sky Go, STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS and Now TV Cinema in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Sky Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Chaplin on Netflix?

No, Chaplin is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Sky Go and STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS.

Is Chaplin on Amazon Prime Video?

Chaplin isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Chaplin for free?

Chaplin is available on Sky Go and STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Chaplin based on a true story?

Yes — Chaplin is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).