| Country | |
| Runtime | 45 min |
| Premiere: World | December 1, 1918 |
| Premiere: USA | October 20, 1918 |
| Production Companies | |
| Also Known As | Camouflage United States |
Shoulder Arms proved to be Chaplin's most popular film, critically and commercially, up to that point. A review in the October 21, 1918 New York Times was typical:
The film was very revolutionary for its time, introducing a new genre of comedy. Previously, films had treated war as a serious subject. This is believed to be the first comedy film about war.
The classic narrative structure with a twist at the end is used by Chaplin as competently as possible. The First World War has not yet ended, but the best comedy about it has already been created. Funny and more or less tactful.
Good second director. the work of the great Chaplin. Brief, funny and relaxing.
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