The Kid (1921)
A tramp and an abandoned boy find family and joy, even as their bond faces an emotional challenge.
A tramp cares for a boy after he's abandoned as a newborn by his mother. Later the mother has a change of heart and aches to be reunited with her son.
How intense is The Kid?
The Kid has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a comfort watch and a family watch. The humor runs wholesome.
What The Kid feels like
- Tone
- whimsicalheartwarmingmelancholyfeel good
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- wholesome
- Best for
- Comfort watchFamily nightFull attention
Where to stream The Kid
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Kid for you?
Is The Kid scary?
No. The Kid is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Kid gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Kid sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
How long is The Kid?
The Kid runs 1h 8m.
Where can I stream The Kid?
The Kid is streaming on Max, Criterion, MGM+ and Pluto TV.
Does The Kid have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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