Henry Fonda takes the title role in John Ford's fanciful yet inspiring screen treatment of the Great Emancipator's early life. Having just hung his shingle in Springfield, Illinois, the inexperienced backwoods lawyer must rely on little more than faith in common sense when he opts to defend two settler siblings charged with murder after a fateful brawl. Wonderful slice of pioneer Americana co-stars Alice Brady, Marjorie Weaver, Donald Meek, and Ward Bond. 100 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English (SDH); audio commentary; featurettes; interviews; radio play.
Young Mr. Lincoln is a classic 1939 American drama film directed by the legendary John Ford and starring Henry Fonda in one of his most iconic roles. This Blu-Ray edition from CRRN offers an exceptional restoration, bringing the timeless story to life with stunning clarity and sound quality. The film follows a fictionalized account of Abraham Lincoln?s early years as a lawyer, capturing both his wit and moral integrity during a pivotal murder trial that would shape his destiny. Director John Ford is renowned for masterpieces such as "The Grapes of Wrath" and "Stagecoach," while lead actor Henry Fonda's illustrious career includes acclaimed performances in "12 Angry Men" and "The Ox-Bow Incident." Supporting cast members like Alice Brady (Oscar winner for ?In Old Chicago?) add further depth to this cinematic gem. CRRN, known for their high-quality home entertainment releases, ensures collectors receive premium packaging and bonus features that enrich the viewing experience.
Actors:
Henry Fonda, Alice Brady, Marjorie Weaver, Arleen Whelan, Pauline Moore, Richard Cromwell, Eddy Waller, Robert Shaw, Arthur Aylesworth, Dick Jones, Ivar McFadden, Paul E. Burns, Robert E. Homans, The Dick Jones, Dorris Bowdon, Eddie Collins, Donald Meek, Tiny Jones, Judith Dickens, Eddie Quillan, Spencer Charters, Ward Bond, Milburn Stone, Cliff Clark, Robert Lowery, Charles Tannen, Clarence Wilson, Francis Ford, Fred Kohler Jr., Kay Linaker, Russell Simpson, Edwin Maxwell, Charles Halton, Harry Tyler, Clarence Hummel Wilson, Jack Kelly, Dickie Jones, Robert Homans, Louis Mason, Jack Pennick, Paul Burns, Frank Orth, George Chandler, Dave Morris, Herbert Heywood, Dorothy Vaughan, Virginia Brissac, Arthur Aylsworth, Harold Goodwin, Frank Dae
Director:
John Ford
Producer:
Darryl F. Zanuck, Hossein Zandbaf, Kenneth MacGowan