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Battling Butler is a landmark silent comedy from director and star Buster Keaton. Released in 1926, this 77-minute romp blends sharp physical comedy with Keaton's signature deadpan humor, adapted from the 1922 Broadway musical Battling Buttler. The film sits firmly in the public domain as of 2022, making it widely accessible for fans and newcomers alike. In 2025, audiences in the United States can catch screenings as part of a silent boxing film series, including a showing at Town Hall Theatre in Wilton, NH on August 24, 2025. Digital access is available through the Criterion Channel, which offers official streaming and features on this enduring classic.