Now or Never (1921): cast, story & where to watch
1921 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1921, Now or Never is a comedy film directed by Hal Roach, running about 36 minutes. “Action as fast as a speedy express train. Romance as sweet as a kiss in a tunnel. Take a joy trip on Lloyd's laughter special, Lloyd's latest and best comedy.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young man, unaccustomed to children, must accompany a young girl on a train trip.
Who’s in it. Now or Never stars Harold Lloyd as The Boy, Mildred Davis as The Girl, Anna Mae Bilson as The Lonesome Little Child and Roy Brooks as Chubby Man on Train, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Now or Never 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 Now or Never page.
If you liked it. Fans of Now or Never tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Now or Never (1921)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Now or Never change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Now or Never worth watching?
- Now or Never holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Now or Never?
- Now or Never stars Harold Lloyd, Mildred Davis, Anna Mae Bilson, Roy Brooks and Sammy Brooks.
- When was Now or Never released?
- Now or Never was released in 1921, with a runtime of about 36 minutes.