---
title: "The Masquerader"
year: 1914
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-masquerader-1914"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 22940
imdb_id: "tt0004311"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 12
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 75
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Masquerader (1914) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-masquerader-1914

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "The Masquerader" (1914).
Format: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
Constraints:
Write ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No inventing/guessing (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
No markdown (no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Masquerader.
Year: 1914.
Release Date: August 27, 1914 (US).
Genre: Comedy.
Runtime: 12m [1], 13 minutes [2]. (I should probably note the range or pick one, but the instructions say "Write ONLY verifiable facts". Since two different runtimes are provided, I will check if I can reconcile them or just state what is there. Actually, I'll just use the info provided.)
Director/Writer: Charlie Chaplin / Charles Chaplin [2, 5].
Studio: Keystone Studios [2, 5].
Cast: Charlie Chaplin / Charles Chaplin, Roscoe Arbuckle / Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle [2, 4], Chester Conklin [4], Charles Murray [4], Billie Bennett [5], Billy Gilbert [5], Cecile Arnold [5].
Plot: Charlie is an actor in a film studio. He bungles/messes

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Public Domain Movies | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Charlie Chaplin
- **Networks / Studios**: Keystone Film Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Charlie Chaplin** as *Film actor*
- **Roscoe Arbuckle** as *Film actor*
- **Chester Conklin** as *Film actor*
- **Charles Murray** as *Film director*
- **Jess Dandy** as *Actor / Villain*
- **Minta Durfee** as *Leading Lady*
- **Cecile Arnold** as *Actress*
- **Vivian Edwards** as *Actress*
- **Harry McCoy** as *Actor*
- **Charley Chase** as *Actor*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Masquerader online?
The Masquerader is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Public Domain Movies, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Masquerader worth watching?
The Masquerader holds a community rating of 5.7/10 based on 75 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Masquerader and when was it released?
The Masquerader is a feature film with a runtime of 12 minutes. It was released in 1914. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Masquerader?
The Masquerader was directed by Charlie Chaplin.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Masquerader — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/22940)
- [The Masquerader (1914 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Masquerader_%281914_film%29)
- [The Masquerader (1914)](https://www.themoviedb.org/)
- [The Masquerader (Short 1914) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0004311/)
- [The Masquerader (1914) - Watch on RetroFlix](https://retroflix.org/watch/the-masquerader-9ix/)
- [The Masquerader (1914) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-masquerader/credits)

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