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The Champion

The Champion

Walking along with his bulldog, Charlie finds a "good luck" horseshoe just as he passes a training camp advertising for a boxing partner "who can take a beating." After watching others lose, Charlie puts the horseshoe in his glove and wins. The trainer prepares Charlie to fight the world champion. A gambler wants Charlie to throw the fight. He and the trainer's daughter fall in love.

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Champion
  • Genres: Comedy
  • Release Date: 1915-03-11
  • Runtime: 31 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (105 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1885
  • Languages: No Language

Cast & Crew

Charlie Chaplin

Charlie Chaplin

as Challenger

Edna Purviance

Edna Purviance

as Trainer's Daughter

Ernest Van Pelt

Ernest Van Pelt

as Spike Dugan

Lloyd Bacon

Lloyd Bacon

as Second Sparring Partner / Exerciser in Gym / Referee

Leo White

Leo White

as Crooked gambler

Carl Stockdale

Carl Stockdale

as Sparring Partner

Billy Armstrong

Billy Armstrong

as Sparring Partner

Paddy McGuire

Paddy McGuire

as Sparring Partner

Bud Jamison

Bud Jamison

as Bob Uppercut, Champion

Ben Turpin

Ben Turpin

as Ringside vendor

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Champion?

The Champion is a Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1915-03-11.

Who are the main actors in The Champion?

The main cast includes Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Ernest Van Pelt, Lloyd Bacon, Leo White, .

Where can I watch The Champion online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Champion is available.

Is The Champion based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Champion?

The Champion has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 105 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Champion?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Champion?

The soundtrack was composed by The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Champion filmed?

The Champion was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Champion?

The total runtime of The Champion is 31 minutes.

Is The Champion suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Champion?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Champion.

Does The Champion have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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