Sporting Youth
“Byron Morgan's Dazzling Romance of the Younger Set”
Synopsis
Jimmy Wood, a chauffeur, is mistaken for famous racing driver Splinters Wood. Because he is deeply in debt, he enters a race on the advice of Betty Rockford, daughter of a wealthy automobile manufacturer.
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Top Cast
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Reginald Denny
Jimmy Wood
Laura La Plante
Betty Rockford
Hallam Cooley
Walter Berg
Frederick Vroom
John K. Walker
Lucille Ward
Mrs. Althena Rockford
Malcolm Denny
'Splinters' Wood aka Barney Davis
Leo White
The Souse
Henry A. Barrows
William Rockford
Rolfe Sedan
Valet
L.J. O'Connor
Motorcycle Cop
C.L. Sherwood
Scotland Yard Detective
William A. Carroll
Scotland Yard Detective
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 4, 1924
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harry A. Pollard
- Screenplay & Story
- Harvey F. Thew, Byron Morgan
- Original Title
- Sporting Youth
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harry A. Pollard
Harvey F. Thew, Byron Morgan
Clyde De Vinna
Department Leadership Roster
Harry A. Pollard
Director
Clyde De Vinna
Director of Photography
Harvey F. Thew
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sporting Youth
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What is Sporting Youth about?
Jimmy Wood, a chauffeur, is mistaken for famous racing driver Splinters Wood. Because he is deeply in debt, he enters a race on the advice of Betty Rockford, daughter of a wealthy automobile manufacturer.
Who directed Sporting Youth?
Sporting Youth was directed by Harry A. Pollard.
Who stars in Sporting Youth?
The principal cast of Sporting Youth includes Reginald Denny, Laura La Plante, Hallam Cooley, Frederick Vroom, Lucille Ward.
When was Sporting Youth released and how long is it?
Sporting Youth was released in 1924 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sporting Youth?
Sporting Youth holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).