Young Charlie Chaplin
Series Overview
The challenging and spirited early life of cinema's first great comedic artist, Charlie Chaplin, is portrayed. The innately talented young Charlie must overcome a wayward life of poverty and familial chaos to reach the pinnacle of stardom.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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Broadcast Syndication
1 Season • 6 Episodes
30 min per episode
1989 – 1989
Premiered: Wed, Jan 25, 1989
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 6: “Episode 6”
Not wanting to lose Weldon, Fred Karno gives Charlie and Syd two weeks to come up with a new act. With their mother now in a mental asylum, they develop a new act, and Charlie finds inspiration for the genesis of The Tramp. They fight for their place on The American Tour, but only Charlie is listed. But it appears Syd is thinking ahead.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Baz Taylor
Stan Hey, Andrew Nickolds
Rachel Portman
Simon Kossoff
Trevor Waite
Colin Shindler, Dale Bell, Jay Rayvid, Alan Horrox
Department Leadership Roster
Colin Shindler
Producer
Rachel Portman
Original Music Composer
Simon Kossoff
Director of Photography
Trevor Waite
Editor
David Marshall
Production Design
Moira Wallington
Costume Design
Stan Hey
Writer
Andrew Nickolds
Writer
Baz Taylor
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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14+: 14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
International Certification Matrix
14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.
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What is Young Charlie Chaplin about?
The challenging and spirited early life of cinema's first great comedic artist, Charlie Chaplin, is portrayed. The innately talented young Charlie must overcome a wayward life of poverty and familial chaos to reach the pinnacle of stardom.
How many seasons does Young Charlie Chaplin have?
Young Charlie Chaplin comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Young Charlie Chaplin?
Key cast members in Young Charlie Chaplin include Joe Geary, Lee Whitlock, Twiggy, Ian McShane.
Who created or directed Young Charlie Chaplin?
Young Charlie Chaplin was developed and directed by Baz Taylor.