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The Younger Generation

6.919291h 24mNRMovieDrama

Soap-opera about a social-climbing Jewish man and his old-world parents who are heartbroken by his rejection of them. Young Morris Goldfish follows his immigrant father into business. His ruthless business practices cause him to become a…

DirectorFrank Capra
WriterSonya Levien
ProducerJack Cohn

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Not available in Canada
Streaming in 53 other countries

The Younger Generation isn't on any streaming service in Canada right now, but it's available in Algeria, Antigua & Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas and 49 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Frank Capra

JHJean Hersholt
Jean Hersholt
Julius Goldfish - Pa
LBLina Basquette
Lina Basquette
Birdie Goldfish
RCRicardo Cortez
Ricardo Cortez
Morris Goldfish
RLRex Lease
Rex Lease
Eddie Lesser
RRRosa Rosanova
Rosa Rosanova
Tilda Goldfish - Ma
SCSyd Crossley
Syd Crossley
Goldfish's Butler
MF
Martha Franklin
Mrs. Lesser
JB
Joe Bordeaux
Crook
FBFerike Boros
Ferike Boros
Delancey Street Woman
CBClarence Burton
Clarence Burton
Police Desk Sergeant
PEPaul Ellis
Paul Ellis
Crook
OFOtto Fries
Otto Fries
Tradesman

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The Younger Generation — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Younger Generation?

The Younger Generation isn't on any streaming service in Canada yet, but it's available in United Arab Emirates, Antigua & Barbuda and Australia and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Younger Generation on Netflix?

No, The Younger Generation is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is The Younger Generation on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Younger Generation isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch The Younger Generation for free?

The Younger Generation isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.