Brown of Harvard (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1926, Brown of Harvard is a drama and romance film directed by Jack Conway, running about 85 minutes. “On the football field, he was a whirlwind- but when Ol' Dan Cupid tackled him, he went down without a struggle!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Tom Brown shows up at Harvard, confident and a bit arrogant. He becomes a rival of Bob McAndrew, not only in football and rowing crew, but also for the affections of Mary Abbott, a professor's daughter.
Who’s in it. Brown of Harvard stars William Haines as Tom Brown, Jack Pickford as Jim Doolittle, Mary Brian as Mary Abbot and Francis X. Bushman Jr. as Bob McAndrew, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Brown of Harvard has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brown of Harvard page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brown of Harvard tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brown of Harvard (1926)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Brown of Harvard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Brown of Harvard worth watching?
- Brown of Harvard holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brown of Harvard?
- Brown of Harvard stars William Haines, Jack Pickford, Mary Brian, Francis X. Bushman Jr. and Mary Alden.
- When was Brown of Harvard released?
- Brown of Harvard was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.