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Limelight

7.919522h 17mUMovieRomanceDramaComedy

A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.

DirectorCharlie Chaplin
WriterCharlie Chaplin
ProducerCharlie Chaplin

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Cast · Directed by Charlie Chaplin

CCCharlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin
Calvero
CBClaire Bloom
Claire Bloom
Thereza 'Terry' Ambrose
NBNigel Bruce
Nigel Bruce
Postant
BKBuster Keaton
Buster Keaton
Calvero's Partner
SCSydney Chaplin
Sydney Chaplin
Neville
NLNorman Lloyd
Norman Lloyd
Bodalink
AEAndre Eglevsky
Andre Eglevsky
Dancer - Harlequin
MHMelissa Hayden
Melissa Hayden
Dancer - Columbine
MBMarjorie Bennett
Marjorie Bennett
Mrs. Sybil Alsop
WDWheeler Dryden
Wheeler Dryden
Thereza's Doctor
BBBarry Bernard
Barry Bernard
John Redfern
SK
Stapleton Kent
Claudius

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Limelight — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Limelight?

Limelight isn't on any subscription service in United Kingdom right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

Is Limelight on Netflix?

No, Limelight is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

Is Limelight on Amazon Prime Video?

Limelight 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 Limelight for free?

Limelight isn't available free in United Kingdom; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.