

Young Mr. Lincoln (1939)
The story of Abraham Lincoln that has NEVER been told!
Plot Summary
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.
Full Cast & Characters

Henry Fonda
Abraham Lincoln

Alice Brady
Abigail Clay

Marjorie Weaver
Mary Todd

Arleen Whelan
Sarah Clay

Eddie Collins
Efe Turner

Pauline Moore
Ann Rutledge

Richard Cromwell
Matt Clay

Donald Meek
Prosecutor John Felder

Eddie Quillan
Adam Clay

Spencer Charters
Judge Herbert A. Bell

Ward Bond
John Palmer Cass

Jack Kelly
Matt Clay as a Boy (uncredited)
Director & Crew
John Ford
Director
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It has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 191 votes.
Who directed Young Mr. Lincoln?
Young Mr. Lincoln was directed by John Ford and released in 1939.
How long is Young Mr. Lincoln?
Young Mr. Lincoln has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1939-06-09
- Status
- Released





