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Young Mr. Lincoln

1939 • 1h40m Drama, History

Rating

7.2/10

Popularity

2

In this dramatized account of his early law career in Illinois, Abraham Lincoln is born into a modest log cabin, where he is encouraged by his first love, Ann Rutledge, to pursue law. Following her tragic death, Lincoln establishes a law practice in Springfield, where he meets a young Mary Todd. Lincoln's law skills are put to the test when he takes on the difficult task of defending two brothers who have been accused of murder.

Details

Director

John Ford

Screenplay

Lamar Trotti

Cast

Henry Fonda

Alice Brady

Marjorie Weaver

Release date

6/9/1939

Status

Released

Origin country

US

Vote count

184