Backdrop image for movie Young Mr. Lincoln

Young Mr. Lincoln (1939)

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.

  • Drama
  • History

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Henry FondaHenry FondaAbraham Lincoln
  • Photo of Alice BradyAlice BradyAbigail Clay
  • Photo of Marjorie WeaverMarjorie WeaverMary Todd
  • Photo of Arleen WhelanArleen WhelanSarah Clay
  • Photo of Eddie CollinsEddie CollinsEfe Turner
  • Photo of Pauline MoorePauline MooreAnn Rutledge
  • Photo of Richard CromwellRichard CromwellMatt Clay
  • Photo of Donald MeekDonald MeekProsecutor John Felder
  • Photo of Eddie QuillanEddie QuillanAdam Clay
  • Photo of Spencer ChartersSpencer ChartersJudge Herbert A. Bell

Similar to Young Mr. Lincoln