Young Mr. Lincoln

"The story of Abraham Lincoln that has NEVER been told!"

Jun 9 1939 Approved 1h 40m
Biography, Drama, History

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.

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Plot

Ten years in the life of Abraham Lincoln, before he became known to his nation and the world. He moves from a Kentucky cabin to Springfield, Illinois, to begin his law practice. He defends two men accused of murder in a political brawl, suffers the death of his girlfriend Ann, courts his future wife Mary Todd, and agrees to go into politics.

Written by

Lamar Trotti, Rosemary Benét

Directed by

John Ford

Cast

Henry Fonda, Alice Brady, Marjorie Weaver

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Cosmopolitan Productions, 20th Century Fox

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 2 nominations total

Trailers
A Scene from YOUNG MR. LINCOLN
Featurettes
Henry Fonda on Young Mr. Lincoln
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# of Votes
9,516
Average Rating
7.5 out of 10
Metascore
91
Popularity
NA