The Freshman
Harold kicks the fun winning Goal.
Directed by Fred C. Newmeyer, Sam Taylor
Produced by The Harold Lloyd Corporation
A lighthearted silent-era comedy about an underdog college freshman's earnest quest for acceptance through football, built on physical comedy and good-natured charm.
An unathletic college freshman ridiculed by his peers for his mannerisms strives to become popular by making the football team.
Essence
Ensemble
Harold Lloyd
Harold Lamb
Jobyna Ralston
Peggy
Brooks Benedict
The College Cad
Hazel Keener
The College Belle
Joseph Harrington
The College Tailor
Pat Harmon
The Football Coach
Leon Beaumon
Student (uncredited)
Ethel Broadhurst
Woman (uncredited)
Roy Brooks
Tall Student (uncredited)
Rosalind Byrne
Girl Caught in Suspenders at Dance (uncredited)
Charles Farrell
Student Bell Ringer at Frolic (uncredited)
Wally Howe
Gardener (uncredited)
Like The Freshman
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Freshman
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Freshman, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Freshman, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Freshman, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
