The Younger Generation
Director: Frank Capra
"See what riches did to a son and poverty to a daughter. Learn what parents are forced to endure from their children!"
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
In brief
The Younger Generation (1929) is a drama film. With an average rating of 6.9/10 from 12 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 24min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
Frequently asked questions
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How long is The Younger Generation?
The Younger Generation runs 84 minutes (1h 24min).
What rating does The Younger Generation have?
The Younger Generation has an average rating of 6.9/10 based on 12 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Younger Generation from?
The Younger Generation was released in 1929.
