Steamboat Bill, Jr.
The just-out-of-college, effete son of a no-nonsense steamboat captain comes to visit his father whom he's not seen since he was a child.
Steamboat Bill, Jr. is a 1928 silent comedy starring Buster Keaton as an uptight college graduate who reunites with his gruff steamboat-captain father. This classic film is celebrated for its innovative physical comedy and stunning stunts, including one of cinema's most famous gags.
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When was Steamboat Bill, Jr. released?
The film premiered on May 9, 1928.
Is Steamboat Bill, Jr. a silent film?
Yes, it is a silent film typical of the 1920s era, relying on physical comedy and intertitles rather than dialogue.
Who stars in Steamboat Bill, Jr.?
Buster Keaton plays the title role of the effete son, opposite Tom McGuire as his father, the stern steamboat captain.
What is the plot about?
The story follows a recently graduated, refined son who reunites with his tough, no-nonsense steamboat-captain father after many years apart, leading to comedic culture clashes.
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