Movie

The Younger Generation

“See what riches did to a son and poverty to a daughter. Learn what parents are forced to endure from their children!”

★ 6.9(12)19291h 24m

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Good to know

Director: Frank Capra
Release date: 1929-03-04
Runtime: 1h 24m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures

About The Younger Generation

The Younger Generation is a 1929 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Frank Capra, starring Jean Hersholt, Lina Basquette and Ricardo Cortez. It has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 12 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Younger Generation in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Soap-opera about a social-climbing Jewish man and his old-world parents who are heartbroken by his rejection of them. Young Morris Goldfish follows his immigrant father into business. His ruthless business practices cause him to become a big success, and he moves the family to Park Avenue. They go, but were happier back on the East Side. Morris is ashamed of this parents and his humble origins, but learns in the end that there is more to life than money.

Cast

Jean Hersholt

Julius Goldfish - Pa

Lina Basquette

Birdie Goldfish

Ricardo Cortez

Morris Goldfish

Rex Lease

Eddie Lesser

Rosa Rosanova

Tilda Goldfish - Ma

Syd Crossley

Goldfish's Butler

Martha Franklin

Mrs. Lesser

Joe Bordeaux

Crook

Ferike Boros

Delancey Street Woman

Clarence Burton

Police Desk Sergeant

Paul Ellis

Crook

Otto Fries

Tradesman

Themes & keywords

silent filmgeneration gapmanhattan, new york city

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Younger Generation in Mexico?+

The Younger Generation is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Younger Generation on Netflix?+

The Younger Generation is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Younger Generation?+

The Younger Generation has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

Who stars in The Younger Generation?+

The Younger Generation stars Jean Hersholt, Lina Basquette, Ricardo Cortez, Rex Lease and Rosa Rosanova.

When did The Younger Generation come out?+

The Younger Generation is a 1929 movie directed by Frank Capra.

What genre is The Younger Generation?+

The Younger Generation is Drama film.

Who directed The Younger Generation?+

The Younger Generation was directed by Frank Capra.