Charlie Chaplin published 5 non-fiction books and 2 other books, beginning with My Autobiography (1964).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Charlie Chaplin
Start here
My Autobiography
Charlie Chaplin's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order
Own Story (1916)
My Trip Abroad (1922)
My Autobiography (1964)
Charlie Chaplin (2005)
My Autobiography Neversink (2013)
Other books in order
My Wonderful Visit (1922)
My Life in Pictures (1974)
Film and TV adaptations
- Chaplin (1992)Film · from My Autobiography
About Charlie Chaplin
Sir Charles Spencer Chaplin Jr. was an English comic actor, filmmaker, singer, film editor and composer who rose to fame in the era of silent film. He became a worldwide icon through his screen persona, the Tramp, and is considered one of the film industry's most important figures. His career spanned more than 75 years, from his childhood in the Victorian era until a year before his death in 1977.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Charlie Chaplin FAQ
- How many books has Charlie Chaplin written?
- Charlie Chaplin published 5 non-fiction books and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Charlie Chaplin's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with My Autobiography.
- What is Charlie Chaplin's last book?
- My Autobiography (1964).
- What is Charlie Chaplin's most famous book?
- My Autobiography (1964) is Charlie Chaplin's most widely read book.
- Which Charlie Chaplin books have been adapted?
- 1 book has been adapted for film or TV, including My Autobiography (as Chaplin, film, 1992).
- Can I read Charlie Chaplin's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Charlie Chaplin is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
Authors like Charlie Chaplin
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.