Unknown Chaplin
“A masterpiece about a master.”
Series Overview
A documentary series examining the film making methods and techniques of Charles Chaplin. Featuring previously unseen footage from Chaplin's private film archive.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
52 min per episode
1983 – 1983
Premiered: Wed, Jan 5, 1983
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 3: “Hidden Treasures”
Sequences that Chaplin filmed, and mostly discarded, from many of his features are shown, including a lengthy one from "The Professor" (1923), which was never released.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Charlie Chaplin
Self & in Out-Takes
Edna Purviance
Self & In Out-Takes
Albert Austin
Self & In Out-Takes
John Rand
Self & In Out-Takes
Harry Crocker
Self & In Out-Takes
Sydney Chaplin
Self
Jackie Coogan
Self
Lita Grey
Self
Georgia Hale
Self
Alistair Cooke
Self
Winston Churchill
Self
Sydney Chaplin
Self
Geraldine Chaplin
Self (archive footage)
Douglas Fairbanks
Self (archive footage)
James Mason
Narrator (voice)
Virginia Cherrill
Self
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Gill, Kevin Brownlow
David Gill, Kevin Brownlow
Carl Davis
David Gill, Kevin Brownlow
Department Leadership Roster
David Gill
Writer
David Gill
Director
Kevin Brownlow
Writer
Kevin Brownlow
Director
David Gill
Producer
Kevin Brownlow
Producer
Carl Davis
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Unknown Chaplin
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What is Unknown Chaplin about?
A documentary series examining the film making methods and techniques of Charles Chaplin. Featuring previously unseen footage from Chaplin's private film archive.
How many seasons does Unknown Chaplin have?
Unknown Chaplin comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Unknown Chaplin?
Key cast members in Unknown Chaplin include Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Albert Austin, John Rand, Harry Crocker.
Who created or directed Unknown Chaplin?
Unknown Chaplin was developed and directed by David Gill, Kevin Brownlow.