The Reckless Age (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1924, The Reckless Age is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Harry A. Pollard, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. Lord Harrowby takes out an $100,000 insurance policy to be paid if his wedding to Cecilia Meyrick is cancelled. The insurance company sends Dick Minot to make sure the wedding takes place, but he falls in love with the bride.
Who’s in it. The Reckless Age stars Reginald Denny as Dick Minot, Ruth Dwyer as Cecilia Meyrick, John Steppling as Spencer Meyrick and May Wallace as Tante Meyrick, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Reckless Age has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Reckless Age page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Reckless Age tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Reckless Age (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Reckless Age change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Reckless Age worth watching?
- The Reckless Age holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Reckless Age?
- The Reckless Age stars Reginald Denny, Ruth Dwyer, John Steppling, May Wallace and William Austin.
- When was The Reckless Age released?
- The Reckless Age was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.