Although only a dental assistant, Charlie pretends to be the dentist. After receiving too much anesthesia, a patient can't stop laughing, so Charlie knocks him out with a club.
| Year | 1914 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Charlie Chaplin |
| Runtime | 13 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.5/10 (75 votes) |
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The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.
If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.
For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.
Director: Charlie Chaplin
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.
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Dentist's wife
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Short Assistant
Slim Summerville
Patient
Josef Swickard
Patient
Mack Swain
Patient
Helen Carruthers
Pretty Patient (uncredited)
Fred Hibbard
Bearded Patient (uncredited)
Gene Marsh
Patient (uncredited)
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