The Count
A tailor's apprentice burns Count Broko's clothes while ironing them and the tailor fires him. Later, the tailor discovers a note explaining that the count cannot attend a dance party, so he dresses as such to take his place; but the apprentice has also gone to the mansion where the party is celebrated and bumps into the tailor in disguise…
Where to watch The Count in United States
ShortsTV Amazon Channel
KanopyClick a service to open The Count there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The Count streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | ShortsTV Amazon Channel, Kanopy | — |
| United Kingdom | ShortsTV Amazon Channel | — |
| France | ShortsTV Amazon Channel | Sooner, ARTE Boutique |
| Spain | TVCortos Amazon Channel | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video |
About The Count
The Count is a 1916 English-language comedy film directed by Charlie Chaplin. The cast is led by Charlie Chaplin, Edna Purviance, Eric Campbell. It has a runtime of 0h 24m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on ShortsTV Amazon Channel, Kanopy.
The Count was produced by Lone Star Corporation and made in United States of America. It was released on September 4, 1916.
- Director
- Charlie Chaplin
- Writers
- Charlie Chaplin, Vincent Bryan, Maverick Terrell
- Release date
- September 4, 1916
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Lone Star Corporation
The Count cast & crew
The Count was directed by Charlie Chaplin and written by Charlie Chaplin, Vincent Bryan, and Maverick Terrell.
The cast features Charlie Chaplin as Tailor's Apprentice, Edna Purviance as Miss Moneybags, Eric Campbell as The Tailor, Leo White as Count Broko, Charlotte Mineau as Mrs. Moneybags (uncredited), and James T. Kelley as Butler (uncredited).
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Roland Totheroh and it was produced by Charlie Chaplin and Henry P. Caulfield.
Is The Count worth watching?
The Count holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 86 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 0h 24m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, The Count is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Count
In United States, you can stream The Count on ShortsTV Amazon Channel and Kanopy. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of The Count
Charlie Chaplin
Tailor's Apprentice
Edna Purviance
Miss Moneybags
Eric Campbell
The Tailor
Leo White
Count Broko
Henry Bergman
Charlotte Mineau
Mrs. Moneybags (uncredited)
James T. Kelley
Butler (uncredited)
Eva Thatcher
Cook (uncredited)
Albert Austin
Guest (uncredited)
John Rand
Guest (uncredited)
Loyal Underwood
Guest (uncredited)
May White
Guest (uncredited)
The Count — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Count in United States?
The Count is streaming on ShortsTV Amazon Channel, Kanopy in United States.
▸Is The Count on ShortsTV Amazon Channel?
Yes — The Count is currently available on ShortsTV Amazon Channel in United States.
▸What language is The Count in?
The Count is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Count?
The Count runs 0 hours 24 minutes (24 minutes).
▸What is The Count rated?
It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 86 ratings.
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