The Bond (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1918, The Bond is a comedy film directed by Charlie Chaplin, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. A propaganda film created by Charlie Chaplin at his own expense for the Liberty Load Committee to help sell U.S. Liberty Bonds during World War I. The story is a series of sketches humorously illustrating various bonds like the bond of friendship and of marriage and, most important, the Liberty Bond, to K.O. the Kaiser which Charlie does literally.
Who’s in it. The Bond stars Charlie Chaplin as Charlie, Edna Purviance as Charlie's Wife, Syd Chaplin as The Kaiser and Henry Bergman as John Bull (British version).
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Bond has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bond page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bond tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bond (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bond change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bond worth watching?
- The Bond holds an audience score of 4.7 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 Bond?
- The Bond stars Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Syd Chaplin and Henry Bergman.