Easy Street

Plot Summary

A derelict, huddled under the steps of a missionary church, feels enlightened by the sermon of a passionate preacher and infatuated by the beauty of the congregation's pianist, in such a way that he tries to improve his life of poverty by becoming a policeman. His first assignment will be to patrol along Easy Street, the turf of a vicious bully and his criminal gang.

Top Cast

Charlie Chaplin The Derelict

Edna Purviance The Mission Worker

Eric Campbell The Bully

Lloyd Bacon Junkie (uncredited)

Henry Bergman Kidnapper (uncredited)