The Magnificent Yankee
Originally released in 1950. The Magnificent Yankee is a drama film. directed by John Sturges. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Louis Calhern, Ann Harding, and Eduard Franz
Synopsis
Biography of celebrated American jurist Oliver Wendell Holmes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 20, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Louis Calhern
as Oliver Wendell Holmes
Ann Harding
as Fanny Bowditch Holmes
Eduard Franz
as Louis Brandeis
Philip Ober
as Owen Wister / Narrator (voice)
Ian Wolfe
as Adams
Edith Evanson
as Annie Gough
Herbert Anderson
as Baxter
Richard Anderson
as Reynolds
Jimmy Lydon
as Clinton
David Alpert
as Secretary (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Magnificent Yankee about?
Biography of celebrated American jurist Oliver Wendell Holmes.
Who directed The Magnificent Yankee?
The Magnificent Yankee was directed by John Sturges.
How long is The Magnificent Yankee?
The Magnificent Yankee has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was The Magnificent Yankee released?
The Magnificent Yankee was released on December 20, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Magnificent Yankee?
The main cast of The Magnificent Yankee includes Louis Calhern, Ann Harding, Eduard Franz, Philip Ober, Ian Wolfe.