The Champion (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1915, The Champion is a comedy film directed by Charlie Chaplin, running about 31 minutes.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. The Champion stars Charlie Chaplin as Challenger, Edna Purviance as Trainer's Daughter, Ernest Van Pelt as Spike Dugan and Lloyd Bacon as Second Sparring Partner / Exerciser in Gym / Referee, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Champion has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Champion page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Champion tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Champion (1915)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Champion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Champion worth watching?
- The Champion holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Champion?
- The Champion stars Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Ernest Van Pelt, Lloyd Bacon and Leo White.
- When was The Champion released?
- The Champion was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 31 minutes.