Statue of Charlie Chaplin, Bronze statue in Leicester Square, London, England
The statue depicts Charlie Chaplin in his role as The Tramp, standing atop a stone plinth with an inscription about his contributions to cinema.
Created by sculptor John Doubleday, the memorial was unveiled on April 16, 1981, by actor Sir Ralph Richardson to commemorate the London-born filmmaker.
The statue represents Chaplin's influence on early cinema, particularly through silent films that addressed social issues of the twentieth century.
The monument stands in a central location of Leicester Square, near multiple theaters and entertainment venues, with access from Leicester Square Underground station.
During various square renovations, the statue moved to different locations, including Leicester Place, before returning to its current position in 2016.
Location: City of Westminster
Inception: 1981
Creator: John Doubleday
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 51.51034,-0.13024
Latest update: May 29, 2025 23:22
Statues of film and television characters are displayed in streets, parks, and airports of many cities around the world. These bronze and metal monuments honor figures who have made a mark in the history of cinema. From the giant sculpture of Marilyn Monroe in Palm Springs, recreating the famous scene from "Seven Year Itch," to the 4-meter statue of Charlie Chaplin installed outside the Corsier-sur-Vevey museum in Switzerland, these installations allow visitors to explore film legends' legacies. Some locations concentrate several of these sculptures. At Leicester Square, London's cinema district, nine bronze statues depict characters like Harry Potter, Mary Poppins, Indiana Jones, Bugs Bunny, and Mr. Bean. Hong Kong’s Avenue of Stars features a statue of Bruce Lee in a fighting stance. In Wellington, New Zealand, the airport hosts a large-scale Gollum from The Lord of the Rings. These landmarks provide photo opportunities and encourage exploration of the cities where they are located.
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