Limelight (1952)
Limelight is a 1952 romance movie directed by Charlie Chaplin, with a running time of 2h 17m. It stars Charlie Chaplin, Claire Bloom and Nigel Bruce.
A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.
Quick answers
What is Limelight about?
A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.
When was Limelight released?
Limelight was released on 16 October 1952.
How long is Limelight?
Limelight runs 2h 17m.
Who made Limelight?
Limelight was directed by Charlie Chaplin.
Where can I watch Limelight?
Limelight is available on Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Kanopy and Plex.
Where to watch Limelight
Stream: Criterion Channel, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV
Watch free: Kanopy
Watch free with ads: Plex
Official site
http://www.charliechaplin.com/biography/articles/7-Limelight
Cast
- Charlie Chaplin as Calvero
- Claire Bloom as Thereza 'Terry' Ambrose
- Nigel Bruce as Postant
- Buster Keaton as Calvero's Partner
- Sydney Chaplin as Neville
- Norman Lloyd as Bodalink
- Andre Eglevsky as Dancer - Harlequin
- Melissa Hayden as Dancer - Columbine
- Marjorie Bennett as Mrs. Sybil Alsop
- Wheeler Dryden as Thereza's Doctor
- Barry Bernard as John Redfern
- Stapleton Kent as Claudius
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