Young Mr. Lincoln
The story of Abraham Lincoln that has NEVER been told!
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.
- Director
- John Ford
- Signature
- Drama · Craft · Tension
Who's in it
Cast
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Movie DNA
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Story overview
What It's About
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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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Why We Recommend It
Why It's Ranked
Young Mr. Lincoln appears in 1 Nutevio collection. Here is the argument behind each placement.
- Best Courtroom Dramas Ranked #33
Placed at #33 by the Nutevio ranking model. An editor's written case is on the way.
The numbers
Box Office & Release
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- Release date
- Jun 9, 1939
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
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- Language
- English
- Country
- United States of America
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