Directed by: Fred Newmeyer, Sam Taylor
Starring: Harold Lloyd, Mildred Davis, Bill Strother, Noah Young, Westcott B. Clarke
Contributors: Carl Davis, Hal Roach, Sam Taylor, Tim Whelan, Walter Lundin
One of the most iconic silent films of all time, *Safety Last!* (1923) is a thrilling comedy directed by Fred Newmeyer and Sam Taylor, starring Harold Lloyd. The film follows the adventures of Harold (Lloyd), a small-town boy who moves to the big city in hopes of making his fortune. Finding work as a lowly department store clerk, he pretends to be the store manager to impress his visiting girlfriend (Mildred Davis), leading to a series of hilarious mishaps. The film is best remembered for its legendary daredevil climax, in which Lloyd dangles from a skyscraper clock in a scene that remains one of cinema’s most unforgettable moments.
Restored in high-definition by the Criterion Collection, this edition preserves the original brilliance of one of the greatest silent comedies ever made.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Fred Newmeyer, Sam Taylor |
| Starring | Harold Lloyd, Mildred Davis, Bill Strother, Noah Young, Westcott B. Clarke |
| Format | Blu-ray / Restored |
| Studio | Criterion Collection |
| Catalogue No | CC2267BDUK |
| Barcode | 5050629009736 |
| Main Language | English |
| Region | B |
| Release Date | 14 Sep 2020 |
| Originally Issued | 1923 |
| No of Discs | 1 |
| Weight | 110g |
| Dimensions | 174 x 19 x 154 (mm) |
| Genre | Drama |
| BBFC Certification | PG (Parental Guidance) |
| Rental/Retail | Retail not for Rental |
| Run Time | 84 minutes |
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