Released:
1939-06-09

Overview:
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.

Director:
John Ford

Runtime:
1h 40min

Genre:
Drama, History

• Cast:
• 
  Henry Fonda
  as
  Abraham Lincoln
• 
  Alice Brady
  as
  Abigail Clay
• 
  Marjorie Weaver
  as
  Mary Todd
• 
  Arleen Whelan
  as
  Sarah Clay
• 
  Eddie Collins
  as
  Efe Turner