The Forward Pass
"The first football romance ever Vitaphoned."
Originally released in 1929. The Forward Pass is a drama/romance film. directed by Edward F. Cline. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Loretta Young, and Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams
Synopsis
Marty Reid, the star quarterback at Sanford College, is constantly singled out by the opposition for punishment, and he swears to his pal, Honey Smith, and to Coach Wilson that he will quit the game forever. Ed Kirby, who dislikes Reid, calls him yellow, and Wilson gets Patricia Carlyle, the college vamp, to induce Reid to play. At a sorority dance, where only football players can cut in, Kirby persecutes Reid by dancing with Pat, and as a result Reid does apply to play in the game.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 10, 1929
96 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- First National Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Forward Pass about?
Marty Reid, the star quarterback at Sanford College, is constantly singled out by the opposition for punishment, and he swears to his pal, Honey Smith, and to Coach Wilson that he will quit the gam...
Who directed The Forward Pass?
The Forward Pass was directed by Edward F. Cline.
How long is The Forward Pass?
The Forward Pass has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was The Forward Pass released?
The Forward Pass was released on November 10, 1929 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Forward Pass?
The main cast of The Forward Pass includes Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Loretta Young, Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams, Marion Byron, Phyllis Crane.