

The Vagabond
Synopsis
A tramp tries to earn money by playing the violin, but he’s soon facing off against the jealous competition.
Top Cast
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The Saloon Violinist
Edna Purviance
The Gypsy Drudge
Eric Campbell
The Gypsy Chief
Charlotte Mineau
The Mother
Albert Austin
Trombonist (uncredited)
Phyllis Allen
(uncredited)
Lloyd Bacon
Artist (uncredited)
Henry Bergman
(uncredited)
Frank J. Coleman
Gypsy and Musician (uncredited)
James T. Kelley
Gypsy and Musician (uncredited)
John Rand
Trumpeter & Band Leader (uncredited)
Leo White
Old Jew / Gypsy Woman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 10, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charlie Chaplin
- Screenplay & Story
- Vincent Bryan, Charlie Chaplin
- Original Title
- The Vagabond
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 24m
- Production Studios
- Lone Star Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charlie Chaplin
Vincent Bryan, Charlie Chaplin
Roland Totheroh, Frank D. Williams, William C. Foster
Charlie Chaplin, Henry P. Caulfield
Department Leadership Roster
Charlie Chaplin
Producer
Henry P. Caulfield
Producer
Roland Totheroh
Director of Photography
Charlie Chaplin
Director
Vincent Bryan
Writer
Charlie Chaplin
Writer
Frank D. Williams
Director of Photography
William C. Foster
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vagabond
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Vagabond about?
A tramp tries to earn money by playing the violin, but he’s soon facing off against the jealous competition.
Who directed The Vagabond?
The Vagabond was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
Who stars in The Vagabond?
The principal cast of The Vagabond includes Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Eric Campbell, Charlotte Mineau, Albert Austin.
When was The Vagabond released and how long is it?
The Vagabond was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 24m.















