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This vibrant poster features a striking blue background with silhouettes of characters in various poses. The central figure, Charles Chaplin, is prominently displayed with his signature white hair and yellow shirt. Surrounding him are other characters in green and black, creating a dynamic compos...

Limelight

1952 · Movie · 137 min· Updated May 2026
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You can watch Limelight (1952) for free on Kanopy, rent on Apple TV+, or buy on Apple TV+.

A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.

Limelight is a film that explores themes of clown, ballet dancer, black and white.

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Charlie Chaplin

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Charlie Chaplin, Claire Bloom, Nigel Bruce, Buster Keaton, Sydney Chaplin, Norman Lloyd, Andre Eglevsky, Melissa Hayden, Marjorie Bennett, Wheeler Dryden

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This vibrant poster features a striking blue background with silhouettes of characters in various poses. The central figure, Charles Chaplin, is prominently displayed with his signature white hair and yellow shirt. Surrounding him are other characters in green and black, creating a dynamic compos...

Limelight

1952•⭐ 7.9•137 min•Updated May 2026
🌐English

You can watch Limelight (1952) for free on Kanopy, rent on Apple TV+, or buy on Apple TV+.

Rated:G
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7.9/10

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88%

84

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A fading music hall comedian tries to help a despondent ballet dancer learn to walk and to again feel confident about life.

Limelight is a film that explores themes of clown, ballet dancer, black and white.

Director

Charlie Chaplin

Cast

Charlie Chaplin, Claire Bloom, Nigel Bruce, Buster Keaton, Sydney Chaplin, Norman Lloyd, Andre Eglevsky, Melissa Hayden, Marjorie Bennett, Wheeler Dryden

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