"No man can be a genius in slapshoes and a flat hat." -Buster Keaton -

World of
Buster Keaton

“A comedian does funny things. A good comedian does things funny.”

Welcome to the World of Buster Keaton! This website is dedicated to exploring the comedic genius of silent film legend Buster Keaton. Keaton wrote, directed, produced and starred in some of the most iconic comedies of the silent era. Explore the World of Buster Keaton to discover what made this comedian one of Hollywood’s first true auteurs!

The Story
Of Buster Keaton

Known for his trademark deadpan expression and jaw-dropping stunts, Keaton created some of the most hilariously inventive films of the 1920s.

“All my life, I have been happiest when the folks watching me said to each other, “Look at the poor dope, will ya?”

– Buster Keaton –

Buster Keaton’s Legacy

Laugh through the ages with Buster Keaton’s timeless legacy.

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The Films

Dive into the filmography of comedy legend Buster Keaton – get the fascinating stories behind his iconic features, and short films.

The Blogs

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Explore our boutique for exclusive Buster Keaton merchandise, from vintage posters to stylish apparel, all inspired by the timeless stoneface in slapshoes and a flat hat.

Recent Posts

Buster, an ice delivery man, falls for one of his customers, not knowing she has a twin sister living next door. “Ditto” is a 1937 American short comedy film featuring Buster Keaton. The film’s copyright was renewed in 1964 and is scheduled to enter the public domain in 2033, based on the renewal registrations.

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A newlywed couple tries to construct a house using a prefabricated kit, not realizing that a rival has tampered with the component numbering. “One Week” is a 1920 American silent comedy film, spanning two reels, and stars Buster Keaton in his first independent film production. Written and directed by Keaton and Edward F. Cline, the…

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A young golfer is assaulted by an escaped convict and ends up in a prison where he thwarts a jailbreak. “Convict 13” is a 1920 silent comedy film featuring Buster Keaton, co-written and directed by Keaton and Edward F. Cline.

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A young couple, living in adjacent tenement apartments, strive to be together despite their feuding families. “Neighbours” is a silent comedy from 1920, co-written, co-directed by, and starring Buster Keaton. It presents a modern-day “Romeo and Juliet” scenario, where Buster and Virginia’s families despise each other, separated only by a fence between their buildings.

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Farmhands Keaton and Roberts live together in a cottage equipped with various gadgets designed to simplify their daily tasks. Both are competing for the affection of the farmer’s daughter. Disguised as a scarecrow, Keaton inadvertently creates problems for both his rival and the farmer. In a mix-up, when Keaton bends down to tie his shoe,…

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A bank clerk finds himself in a seemingly haunted house that turns out to be a hideout for thieves. Buster, the bank clerk, gets glue all over himself and the money, causing everything to stick together. When robbers appear, he can’t raise his hands because they’re stuck in his pockets. The robbers’ hideout is cleverly…

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