The Candidate (1972)
The Candidate is a 1972 comedy movie directed by Michael Ritchie, with a running time of 1h 50m. It stars Robert Redford, Peter Boyle and Melvyn Douglas.
Bill McKay is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from California. He has no hope of winning, so he is willing to tweak the establishment.
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What is The Candidate about?
Bill McKay is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from California. He has no hope of winning, so he is willing to tweak the establishment.
When was The Candidate released?
The Candidate was released on 29 June 1972.
How long is The Candidate?
The Candidate runs 1h 50m.
Who made The Candidate?
The Candidate was directed by Michael Ritchie.
Where can I watch The Candidate?
The Candidate is available on YouTube, Tubi TV, YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch The Candidate
Watch free: YouTube
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Cast
- Robert Redford as Bill McKay
- Peter Boyle as Marvin Lucas
- Melvyn Douglas as John J. McKay
- Don Porter as Senator Crocker Jarmon
- Allen Garfield as Klein
- Karen Carlson as Nancy McKay
- Quinn K. Redeker as Rick Jenkin
- Morgan Upton as Wally Henderson
- Michael Lerner as Paul Corliss
- Kenneth Tobey as Floyd J. Starkey
- Christopher Pray as David
- Joe Miksak as Neil Atkinson
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