A reviewer for Exhibitors' Mail saw the genius of Charles Chaplin in what was only his third film, and predicted great things for the former English stage comedian, writing: "The Keystone Company never made a better contract than when they signed on Chas. Chaplin, the Karno performer.
A critic for Exhibitors' Mail recognized the brilliance of Charles Chaplin in what was only his third film, and foresaw great potential for the former English stage performer, writing: "The Keystone Company never made a better deal than when they signed on Chas. Chaplin, the Karno actor.