The New Janitor
The hero, a janitor played by Chaplin, is fired from work for accidentally knocking his bucket of water out the window and onto his boss the chief banker (Tandy). Meanwhile, one of the junior managers (Dillon) is being threatened with exposure by his bookie for gambling debts unpaid. Thus the manager decides to steal from the company.
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About The New Janitor
The New Janitor is a 1914 English-language comedy film directed by Charlie Chaplin. The cast is led by Charlie Chaplin, Jess Dandy, John T. Dillon. It has a runtime of 0h 12m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 100 ratings.
The New Janitor was produced by Keystone Film Company and made in United States of America. It was released on September 14, 1914.
- Director
- Charlie Chaplin
- Writers
- Charlie Chaplin
- Release date
- September 14, 1914
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Keystone Film Company
The New Janitor cast & crew
The New Janitor was directed by Charlie Chaplin and written by Charlie Chaplin.
The cast features Charlie Chaplin as The Janitor, Jess Dandy as Bank president, John T. Dillon as Villaoinous manager, Al St. John as Elevator boy, Glen Cavender as Luke Connor - Gambler, and Frank Hayes as Accountant.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Mack Sennett.
Is The New Janitor worth watching?
The New Janitor holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 59 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.
At 0h 12m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy comedy, The New Janitor is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The New Janitor
Charlie Chaplin
The Janitor
Jess Dandy
Bank president
John T. Dillon
Villaoinous manager
Al St. John
Elevator boy
Glen Cavender
Luke Connor - Gambler
Frank Hayes
Accountant
Helen Carruthers
Secretary (as Peggy Page)
The New Janitor — FAQs
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▸What language is The New Janitor in?
The New Janitor is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The New Janitor?
The New Janitor runs 0 hours 12 minutes (12 minutes).
▸What is The New Janitor rated?
It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 59 ratings.
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