

A Film Johnnie
1914-03-02 · 12 min · ★ 5.5
The Tramp, a film Johnnie (someone who loiters near theaters or studios to meet stars or get a job), attempts to meet his favorite movie actress at the Keystone Studio, but does not win friends there.
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- Directors
- George Nichols
- Production companies
- Keystone Film Company
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Charlie ChaplinThe Film Johnnie aka The Tramp
Roscoe ArbuckleSelf
Peggy PearceThe Keystone Girl
Mabel NormandMabel
Ford SterlingSelf
Hampton Del RuthLead Actor (uncredited)
Minta DurfeeSelf / Audience Member (uncredited)
George JeskeProp Boy in White Shirt (uncredited)
Edgar KennedyDirector (uncredited)
Henry LehrmanSelf (uncredited)
Hank MannProp Boy in Overalls (uncredited)
Harry McCoyFireman / Audience Member Next to Charlie (uncredited)
George NicholsOlder Actor on Screen (uncredited)
Frank OppermanMustached Audience Member w/ Handlebar/Studio Guard (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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