Lincoln (2012)
Lincoln is a 2012 history movie directed by Steven Spielberg, with a running time of 2h 30m. It stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field and David Strathairn.
The revealing story of the 16th US President's tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.
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What is Lincoln about?
The revealing story of the 16th US President's tumultuous final months in office. In a nation divided by war and the strong winds of change, Lincoln pursues a course of action designed to end the war, unite the country and abolish slavery. With the moral courage and fierce determination to succeed, his choices during this critical moment will change the fate of generations to come.
When was Lincoln released?
Lincoln was released on 9 November 2012.
How long is Lincoln?
Lincoln runs 2h 30m.
Who made Lincoln?
Lincoln was directed by Steven Spielberg.
Where can I watch Lincoln?
Lincoln is available on Hulu, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Lincoln
Stream: Hulu
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln
- Sally Field as Mary Todd Lincoln
- David Strathairn as William Seward
- Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Robert Lincoln
- James Spader as W.N. Bilbo
- Hal Holbrook as Preston Blair
- Tommy Lee Jones as Thaddeus Stevens
- John Hawkes as Robert Latham
- Jackie Earle Haley as Alexander Stephens
- Bruce McGill as Edwin Stanton
- Tim Blake Nelson as Richard Schell
- Joseph Cross as John Hay
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