
Drama
History
Young Mr. Lincoln
7.2
100 min
1939
John Ford
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.
Top Cast

Henry Fonda
Abraham Lincoln

Alice Brady
Abigail Clay

Marjorie Weaver
Mary Todd

Arleen Whelan
Sarah Clay

Eddie Collins
Efe Turner
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