The Timid Young Man (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1935, The Timid Young Man is a comedy film directed by Mack Sennett, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Milton, a disappointed romantic, has sworn off women. He gives a lift to a female hitchhiker, whom he happily discovers is also a hurt soul and has sworn off men. Their trip together runs into interference from an aggressive driver who later reappears after the two have set up camp. He starts putting the moves on the woman, but when Milton's ex-girlfriend shows up, she gets into a fight with the interloper and gives Milton and his new pal the chance to slip away.
Who’s in it. The Timid Young Man stars Buster Keaton as Milton, Lona Andre as Helen, Tiny Sandford as Mortimer and Kitty McHugh as Milton's Fiancée, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Timid Young Man 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 Timid Young Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Timid Young Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Timid Young Man (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Timid Young Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Timid Young Man worth watching?
- The Timid Young Man holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Timid Young Man?
- The Timid Young Man stars Buster Keaton, Lona Andre, Tiny Sandford, Kitty McHugh and Harry Bowen.
- When was The Timid Young Man released?
- The Timid Young Man was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.