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Fred C. Newmeyer

Fred C. Newmeyer

Director & actor · born 8 August 1888 · Central City, Colorado, USA

A native of Central City, Colorado, Newmeyer is best known for directing a handful of films in the Our Gang series and for directing several Harold Lloyd movies. With Sam Taylor, Newmeyer co-directed Lloyd in films including Safety Last! (1923), Girl Shy (1924), and The Freshman (1925). Newmeyer also had an extensive directing and acting resume in other comedy short films. He appeared as an actor in 71 films between 1914 and 1923.

Prior to his film career, Newmeyer played professional baseball. Partial statistics exist for his time as a left-handed pitcher in Minor League Baseball at the Class D level from 1911 to 1913 in the Southwest Texas League, Michigan State League, and Central Association.[6] He made at least 66 appearances and was the winning pitcher of at least 26 games.

Where to start: Safety Last! (1923).

As director 51

As actor 31

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Fred C. Newmeyer movie?

By viewer score, Safety Last! (1923) at 7.7/10.

What are Fred C. Newmeyer’s most popular movies?

Safety Last!, Safety Last!, The Freshman.

How many movies has Fred C. Newmeyer made?

82 films on TMDB, 51 as director, 31 as actor.

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