Harold Lloyd
ActingAbout Harold Lloyd
Harold Lloyd (April 18, 1893 –March 8, 1971) was an American actor. He has been called the cinema’s “first man in space.” His comedy wasn’t imported from Vaudeville or the British Music Hall like his contemporaries, Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton. Harold learned to use the camera the way other comics used a bowler hat or a funny walk. In 1917 he shed the comedic clown personas prevalent in comedy for hundreds of years and pioneered romantic comedy by the ordinary guy up on the screen –- a guy with faults, and fears, “the boy next door.” With his young man in horned-rimmed glasses, he created classic films.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Harold Lloyd reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Harold Lloyd's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 56% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Harold Lloyd remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Samson, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Harold Lloyd Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Harold Lloyd's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Harold Lloyd.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | The Real Charlie Chaplin | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Sigrid Holmquist | Arthur Cox (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Harold Lloyd: The Third Genius | Self (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1962 | Harold Lloyd's World of Comedy | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Hedda Hopper's Hollywood | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Sin of Harold Diddlebock | Harold Diddlebock | Average | Similar → |
| 1938 | Professor Beware | Prof. Dean Lambert | Average | Similar → |
| 1936 | The Milky Way | Burleigh Sullivan | Average | Similar → |
| 1934 | The Cat's-Paw | Ezekiel Cobb | Average | Similar → |
| 1932 | Movie Crazy | Harold Hall aka 'Trouble' | Average | Similar → |
| 1931 | The House That Shadows Built | (archive footage) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1931 | Screen Snapshots (Series 10, No. 8) | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1930 | Feet First | Harold Horne | Hit | Similar → |
| 1928 | Speedy | Harold 'Speedy' Swift | Hit | Similar → |
| 1927 | Character Studies | Self (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1927 | The Kid Brother | Harold Hickory | Hit | Similar → |
| 1926 | For Heaven's Sake | The Uptown Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ | Chariot Race Spectator (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1925 | The Freshman | Harold Lamb | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Hot Water | Harold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1924 | Girl Shy | Harold Meadows | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Why Worry? | Harold Van Pelham | Hit | Similar → |
| 1923 | Safety Last! | The Boy | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Dr. Jack | Dr. 'Jack' Jackson | Hit | Similar → |
| 1922 | Grandma's Boy | Grandma's Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | A Sailor-Made Man | The Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | Never Weaken | The Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1921 | I Do | The Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | Among Those Present | O'Reilly, The Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1921 | Now or Never | The Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | Number, Please? | The Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Get Out and Get Under | The Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | High and Dizzy | The Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | An Eastern Westerner | The Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1920 | Haunted Spooks | The Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1920 | His Royal Slyness | The American Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | From Hand to Mouth | The Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Captain Kidd's Kids | The Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Bumping Into Broadway | The Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Just Neighbors | The Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Billy Blazes, Esq. | Billy Blazes | Average | Similar → |
| 1919 | Pistols for Breakfast | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1919 | Ask Father | The Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1918 | Take a Chance | The Sport | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Somewhere in Turkey | Professor O.B. Lively | Average | Similar → |
| 1918 | Hey There | The Boy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | Bashful | Harold | Hit | Similar → |
| 1917 | By the Sad Sea Waves | The Boy | Average | Similar → |
| 1915 | The Greater Courage | (uncredited) (unconfirmed) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1914 | Samson | Bearded Philistine Extra (uncredited) | Super Hit | Similar → |
Harold Lloyd - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Harold Lloyd?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Harold Lloyd is "Samson" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Harold Lloyd acted in?
Harold Lloyd has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Harold Lloyd?
Other notable films include "Pistols for Breakfast", "Safety Last!", and "The Real Charlie Chaplin".