When Do We Eat? is a 1918 American silent comedy film directed by Hal Roach and starring Harold Lloyd. The film is a short subject, typically running less than thirty minutes, and is considered part of Lloyd's "Lonesome Luke" series of comedies.
The plot generally revolves around Luke, Lloyd's tramp-like character, and his misadventures as he attempts to find food. The specific storyline of When Do We Eat? is somewhat unclear due to its age and the potential for variations in prints and documentation. Many Lonesome Luke films followed a general formula of mistaken identity, chaotic situations, and physical comedy. Common themes include Luke's struggles with authority figures, romantic pursuits, and participation in increasingly absurd scenarios.
Hal Roach, a prominent producer of silent comedies, oversaw the production. Bebe Daniels frequently appeared alongside Harold Lloyd in the Lonesome Luke series, although her presence in When Do We Eat? specifically would require confirmation based on surviving prints or documentation. The film's humor is typical of the era, relying on slapstick, visual gags, and fast-paced action.
As with many silent films of the time, When Do We Eat? may exist in varying degrees of completeness, with some prints potentially lost or incomplete. Its legacy lies in its contribution to the early development of film comedy and the establishment of Harold Lloyd as a major comedic star. The Lonesome Luke character served as a stepping stone to Lloyd's more famous "glasses character" which cemented his place in film history.