Description

Making a Living (also known as Doing His Best, A Busted Johnny, Troubles and Take My Picture) is the first film starring Charlie Chaplin. It premiered on February 2, 1914. Chaplin plays Edgar English, a lady-charming swindler who runs afoul of the Keystone Kops. It was written and directed by Henry Lehrman.

Cast

• Charlie Chaplin – Swindler
• Virginia Kirtley – Daughter
• Alice Davenport – Mother
• Henry Lehrman – Reporter
• Minta Durfee – Woman
• Chester Conklin – Policeman / Bum