Shanghaied (1915)
A shipowner intends to scuttle his ship on its last voyage to get the insurance money. Charlie, a tramp in love with the owner's daughter, is grabbed by the captain and promises to help him shanghai some seamen. The daughter stows away to follow Charlie. Charlie assists in the galley and attempts to serve food during a gale.
Director: Charlie Chaplin
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 27 min
Release Date: October 4, 1915
Cast
- Charlie Chaplin - Tramp
- Edna Purviance - Daughter of the Shipowner
- Wesley Ruggles - Shipowner
- Bud Jamison - Second Mate, The Other Man
- Billy Armstrong - First Shanghaied Seaman
- Paddy McGuire - Second Shanghaied Seaman
- Leo White - Third Shanghaied Seaman
- John Rand - Ship's Cook
- Fred Goodwins - Cabin Boy in Coveralls
- Lee Hill - Sailor in Rain Hat
Screenplay
Cinematography: Harry Ensign
Editing: Charlie Chaplin
Production: The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
black and white, silent film, short film
More Films by Director: Charlie Chaplin
More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Shanghaied about?
- A shipowner intends to scuttle his ship on its last voyage to get the insurance money. Charlie, a tramp in love with the owner's daughter, is grabbed by the captain and promises to help him shanghai some seamen. The daughter stows away to follow Charlie. Charlie assists in the galley and attempts to serve food during a gale.
- Who directed Shanghaied?
- Shanghaied was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
- Who stars in Shanghaied?
- Shanghaied stars Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Wesley Ruggles, Bud Jamison, Billy Armstrong, Paddy McGuire.
- How long is Shanghaied?
- Shanghaied has a runtime of 27m (27 minutes).
- What genre is Shanghaied?
- Shanghaied is a Comedy film.
- Where was Shanghaied produced?
- Shanghaied was produced in United States of America.