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The Adventurer


An escaped convict. An accidental hero. A party he can’t afford to leave in handcuffs.

After escaping from prison, Charlie rescues a young woman and her mother from drowning and becomes a welcome guest in their wealthy household. But his chance to enjoy high society is threatened by a jealous rival and the prison guards hot on his trail.

Starring Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance and Eric Campbell, this lively silent short combines daring escapes, romantic mischief and elegant party chaos in a fast-paced showcase of Chaplin’s physical comedy.

Release Year: 1917

Runtime: 23 Minutes

Rating: Unrated

Cast:

 Charles Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Eric Cambell