Beat It
Originally released in 1918. Beat It is a comedy film. directed by Gilbert Pratt. At just 11 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harold Lloyd, Harry 'Snub' Pollard, and Bebe Daniels
Synopsis
Harold Lloyd starred in the successful Lonesome Luke series. However, he soon grew tired of the obvious Charlie Chaplin imitation. In an attempt to reinvent himself, Lloyd donned a pair of horn-rimmed glasses, and thus, a new comedy legend was born. Setting himself against Chaplin, Lloyd's "glasses character" was an everyman, a resourceful go-getter who embodied the ambitious, success-seeking attitude of 1920s America.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rolin Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beat It about?
Harold Lloyd starred in the successful Lonesome Luke series. However, he soon grew tired of the obvious Charlie Chaplin imitation. In an attempt to reinvent himself, Lloyd donned a pair of horn-rim...
Who directed Beat It?
Beat It was directed by Gilbert Pratt.
How long is Beat It?
Beat It has a runtime of 0 hours and 11 minutes (11 minutes total).
When was Beat It released?
Beat It was released on February 24, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beat It?
The main cast of Beat It includes Harold Lloyd, Harry 'Snub' Pollard, Bebe Daniels, Maybelle Ballard, William Blaisdell.