Where to watch The Adventurer (1917) in the UK
The Adventurer (1917) is available to watch free in the UK on Plex. Last verified on 14 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
The daring convict no. 23, known as The Eel, escapes from prison and, after mocking his inept persecutors, saves the lives of three people in peril: a beautiful girl, her mother and an annoying suitor, only to get exhausted and almost drowned. Once he regains his strength at Judge Brown's home, he participates on an upper-class social party where he competes with the suitor for the favors of the charming Miss Brown. But prison guards are still after him…
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Adventurer.
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Charlie ChaplinThe Eel / Commodore Slick -
Edna PurvianceMiss Brown - The Girl -
Eric CampbellThe Suitor -
Henry BergmanJudge Brown - The Father / Docker -
Albert AustinThe Butler -
Marta GoldenMrs. Brown - The Mother
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Toraichi KonoChauffeur (uncredited)
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Phyllis AllenGoverness (uncredited)
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The Adventurer — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Adventurer for free in the UK?
The Adventurer (1917) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on Plex in the United Kingdom.
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The Adventurer is not currently included with any major UK subscription service. It may still be available to rent or buy.
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