Charlie Chaplin - By The Sea (1915) - Filming Locations

Step back in time to 1915 with By The Sea, a classic silent short starring Charlie Chaplin in his legendary "Little Tramp" persona. As the oldest film covered on our site, this production offers an unparalleled look at the Southern California coastline over a century ago.

Discover Venice Beach & Santa Monica History

Where exactly was By the Sea filmed? Chaplin utilized two iconic California destinations:

Venice Beach, Los Angeles: See the original Abbot Kinney Venice amusement pier before it burned down in 1920 and was rebuilt in 1921.

Santa Monica, California: Explore the vintage Palisades Park as it appeared over 100 years ago.

Time travelling to these filming locations provides a fascinating then and now comparison of these world-famous tourist spots, highlighting how much the Los Angeles landscape has transformed since the early 1900s.

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