The Immigrant
A European immigrant endures a challenging voyage only to get into trouble as soon as he arrives in New York.
Critics Sentiment
Charlie steals artist's tip to pay restaurant bill
Charlie finds coin but loses it through pocket hole
The film drops from the touching charity attempt to the mechanical coin setup, then soars to its comedic peak with the restaurant tip scheme.
The Immigrant starts strong with innovative ship-based comedy and touching character moments, dips slightly during the transition to the restaurant setting, then reaches its comedic peak with the brilliant tip-stealing resolution. While reviewers noted the film feels like two separate segments, both halves contain memorable Chaplin moments that showcase his developing mastery of comedy and sentiment.
Full cast
Charlie Chaplin
Immigrant
Edna Purviance
Immigrant
Eric Campbell
The Head Waiter
Albert Austin
A Diner / Immigrant
Henry Bergman
The Artist
Tom Wilson
Gambler (uncredited)
Tom Harrington
Marriage Registrar (uncredited)
John Rand
Tipsy diner
Kitty Bradbury
Mother (uncredited)
Janet Sully
Passenger (uncredited)
Loyal Underwood
Passenger (uncredited)
James T. Kelley
Shabby Diner (uncredited)
Frank J. Coleman
Thief / Cashier (uncredited)
William Gillespie
Violinist (uncredited)
Crew
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