The Young Philadelphians (1959)
The Young Philadelphians is a 1959 drama movie directed by Vincent Sherman, with a running time of 2h 16m. It stars Paul Newman, Barbara Rush and Alexis Smith.
Up and coming young lawyer Anthony Lawrence faces several ethical and emotional dilemmas as he climbs the Philadelphia social ladder. His personal and professional skills are tested as he tries to balance the needs of his fiance Joan, the expectations of his colleagues and his own obligation to defend his friend Chester on a murder count.
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What is The Young Philadelphians about?
Up and coming young lawyer Anthony Lawrence faces several ethical and emotional dilemmas as he climbs the Philadelphia social ladder. His personal and professional skills are tested as he tries to balance the needs of his fiance Joan, the expectations of his colleagues and his own obligation to defend his friend Chester on a murder count.
When was The Young Philadelphians released?
The Young Philadelphians was released on 21 May 1959.
How long is The Young Philadelphians?
The Young Philadelphians runs 2h 16m.
Who made The Young Philadelphians?
The Young Philadelphians was directed by Vincent Sherman.
Where can I watch The Young Philadelphians?
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Cast
- Paul Newman as Anthony Judson Lawrence
- Barbara Rush as Joan Dickinson
- Alexis Smith as Carol Wharton
- Brian Keith as Mike Flanagan
- Diane Brewster as Kate Judson Lawrence
- Billie Burke as Mrs. J. Arthur Allen
- John Williams as Gilbert Dickinson
- Robert Vaughn as Chester A. 'Chet' Gwynn
- Otto Kruger as John Marshall Wharton
- Paul Picerni as Louis Donetti
- Robert Douglas as Uncle Morton Stearnes
- Frank Conroy as Doctor Shippen Stearnes