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The Younger Generation (1929) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
The Younger Generation at a Glance
The Younger Generation is a 1929 drama film directed by Frank Capra, featuring Jean Hersholt, Lina Basquette and Ricardo Cortez. It has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes and was released on March 4, 1929. The Younger Generation has a TMDB rating of 6.9 out of 10 based on 12 votes and is rated NR in the United States.
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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.
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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
Frequently Asked Questions About The Younger Generation
What is the release date of The Younger Generation?
The Younger Generation was released on March 4, 1929.
How long is The Younger Generation?
The Younger Generation runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).
Who is in the cast of The Younger Generation?
The Younger Generation stars Jean Hersholt as Julius Goldfish - Pa, Lina Basquette as Birdie Goldfish, Ricardo Cortez as Morris Goldfish and Rex Lease as Eddie Lesser. The cast also includes Rosa Rosanova, Syd Crossley, Martha Franklin and Joe Bordeaux.
Who directed The Younger Generation?
The Younger Generation was directed by Frank Capra. The screenplay is credited to Sonya Levien.
What kind of movie is The Younger Generation?
The Younger Generation is listed on TMDB as a drama film.
What is The Younger Generation rated?
The Younger Generation is rated NR in the United States. On TMDB it has an average user score of 6.9/10 from 12 votes.
What should I watch if I liked The Younger Generation?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside The Younger Generation include Wonderstruck (2017), Eleanor the Great (2025), August Rush (2007), The Jazz Singer (1927) and Like Sunday, Like Rain (2014).
Can I stream the full movie of The Younger Generation on 123Movies?
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