Mad Youth
1940, English. Directed by Melville Shyer.
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A rich society mother hires a male escort, but he falls for her daughter instead. The mother-daughter conflict forces the daughter to run off to stay with a friend who is enslaved by a prostitution ring.
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Mad Youth is streaming on Cultpix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Melville ShyerDirector
- Mary AinsleeMarian Morgan
- Betty CompsonLucy Morgan
- Willy CastelloCount DeHoven
- Betty AtkinsonHelen Johnson
- Tommy WonderHarry
- Lorelei ReadouxBeth
- Margaret FealyHelen's Grandmother
- Donald KerrTaxi Driver
- Ray HirschJitter Bug
- Patti LaceyJitter Bug
- Eugene TaylorJitter Bug
- Aileen MorrisJitter Bug
Details
- Released
- 5 May 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Willis Kent
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How long is Mad Youth?
Mad Youth runs 76 minutes (1h 16m).
Does Mad Youth have a post-credits scene?
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Mad Youth parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Mad Youth is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Mad Youth on?
Mad Youth is streaming on Cultpix in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mad Youth?
If you liked Mad Youth, try Last Ride, I'll Be Home for Christmas, Death of a Salesman.
Who directed Mad Youth?
Mad Youth (1940) was directed by Melville Shyer and stars Mary Ainslee, Betty Compson, Willy Castello.