---
title: "Modern Times"
year: 1936
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/modern-times-1936"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 3082
imdb_id: "tt0027977"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 8.3
vote_count: 4123
content_rating: "G"
---

# Modern Times (1936) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/modern-times-1936

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

"Modern Times" is a film directed by a notable filmmaker. The movie follows a bumbling tramp as he attempts to achieve a specific goal. The tramp's desire is to build a home with a young woman. However, his efforts are consistently thwarted due to his lack of experience and unfortunate timing. This results in a series of misadventures and setbacks for the tramp. The film's storyline revolves around the tramp's repeated failures to achieve his goal. The tramp's ineptitude and poor timing are recurring themes throughout the movie. The film's narrative is driven by the tramp's struggles and misfortunes. The movie's tone is likely comedic, given the tramp's bumbling nature and the humorous situations that arise from his actions.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A bumbling tramp strives to build a home with a young woman despite constant setbacks."

### Why Watch
- features physical comedy
- showcases a classic satirical story

### Caveats & Content Note
- may feel dated to some modern viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains comedic slapstick situations suitable for general audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, drama, romance, satirical

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Now TV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | Criterion Channel | Crave | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Charlie Chaplin
- **Networks / Studios**: Charles Chaplin Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Charlie Chaplin** as *The Tramp (A Factory Worker)*
- **Paulette Goddard** as *A Gamin*
- **Henry Bergman** as *Cafe Proprietor*
- **Tiny Sandford** as *Big Bill*
- **Chester Conklin** as *Mechanic*
- **Hank Mann** as *Burglar*
- **Stanley Blystone** as *Gamin's Father*
- **Al Ernest Garcia** as *President of the Electro Steel Corp.*
- **Richard Alexander** as *Prison Cellmate*
- **Cecil Reynolds** as *Minister*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Modern Times released?
It was released in the United States in February 1936.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It falls under comedy, drama, and romance.

### Q: Who directed the film?
Charlie Chaplin wrote and directed the film.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of one hour and twenty-seven minutes.

### Q: What is the basic premise?
A bumbling tramp tries to build a life with a young woman while facing constant mishaps.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*