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A 1939 American political comedy-drama film directed by Frank Capra, starring James Stewart as a naive senator who fights against government corruption. The film was controversial, successful, and influential, and was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry.
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington. A naive youth leader is appointed to fill a vacancy in the U.S. Senate. His idealistic plans promptly collide with corruption at home and subterfuge from his hero in Washington, but he tries to forge ahead despite attacks on his character.
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- Comedy, Drama
- Frank Capra
- 1939-10-19
Mr. Smith Goes To Washington. James Stewart takes on the powers-that-be in our nation's capitol in Frank Capra's timeless classic. Nominated for eleven 1939 Oscars (r), including best picture.
- 124 min
Dec 31, 2014 · Watch the 1939 classic film about a naive senator who challenges the corrupt political system. Read the reviews from viewers who praise the acting, the message and the relevance of the movie.
- 125 min
- 231.2K
- rrowe33
A naive and idealistic young senator faces corruption and subterfuge in Washington, D.C. He fights for a national boys' camp project that threatens a dam-building scheme by his political enemies.
Aug 9, 2024 · Learn about the 1939 political satire directed by Frank Capra and starring James Stewart as a naive senator who challenges corruption. Find out how the film was received, nominated, and preserved in the National Film Registry.