1939 · 100 min · Drama, History
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.
Directed by John Ford. Starring Henry Fonda, Alice Brady, Marjorie Weaver, Arleen Whelan and Eddie Collins.
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