Tennessee Johnson
“From poverty to a president. A great American story!”
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The tumultuous presidency of 19th-president Andrew Johnson is chronicled in this biopic. The story begins with Johnson's boyhood and covers his early life. During the Civil War, Johnson stays a staunch Unionist and upon Lincoln's reelection in 1864, becomes his Vice President. After Lincoln's assassination, Johnson becomes the President and became the first U.S. president ever to be impeached.
Cast
Van Heflin
as Andrew Johnson
Lionel Barrymore
as Thaddeus Stevens
Ruth Hussey
as Eliza McCardle Johnson
Marjorie Main
as Mrs. Maude Fisher
Regis Toomey
as Blackstone McDaniel
J. Edward Bromberg
as Coke
Grant Withers
as Mordecai Milligan
Alec Craig
as Sam Andrews
Charles Dingle
as Senator Jim Waters
Carl Benton Reid
as Congressman Hargrove
Russell Hicks
as Lincoln's Emissary
Noah Beery
as Sheriff Cass (as Noah Beery Sr.)
Robert Warwick
as Major Crooks
Montagu Love
as Chief Justice Chase
Lloyd Corrigan
as Mr. Secretary
William Farnum
as Senator Huyler
Charles Trowbridge
as Lansbury
Lynne Carver
as Martha Lincoln
Russell Simpson
as Kirby
Morris Ankrum
as Jefferson Davis
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About Tennessee Johnson
“From poverty to a president. A great American story!”
The tumultuous presidency of 19th-president Andrew Johnson is chronicled in this biopic. The story begins with Johnson's boyhood and covers his early life. During the Civil War, Johnson stays a staunch Unionist and upon Lincoln's reelection in 1864, becomes his Vice President. After Lincoln's assassination, Johnson becomes the President and became the first U.S. president ever to be impeached. Running 103 minutes.
Tennessee Johnson Cast and Characters
The cast features Van Heflin (as Andrew Johnson), Lionel Barrymore (as Thaddeus Stevens), Ruth Hussey (as Eliza McCardle Johnson), Marjorie Main (as Mrs. Maude Fisher), and Regis Toomey (as Blackstone McDaniel). Their performances are a major reason Tennessee Johnson has built such a passionate audience.
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Tennessee Johnson flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is Tennessee Johnson?
Tennessee Johnson runs for 103 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is Tennessee Johnson good? What's the rating?
Tennessee Johnson holds a 6.4/10 rating based on 9 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Tennessee Johnson?
The main cast includes Van Heflin, Lionel Barrymore, Ruth Hussey, and Marjorie Main, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Tennessee Johnson available in English?
Yes — Tennessee Johnson was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Tennessee Johnson released?
Tennessee Johnson was released in 1942.
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What is Tennessee Johnson about?
Tennessee Johnson is a History/Drama English-language film. The tumultuous presidency of 19th-president Andrew Johnson is chronicled in this biopic. The story begins with Johnson's boyhood and covers his early life. During the Civil War, Johnson stays a staunch Unionist and upon Lincoln's reelection in 1864, becomes his Vice President. After Lincoln's assassination, Johnson becomes the President and became the first U.S. president ever to be impeached.
When was Tennessee Johnson released?
Tennessee Johnson was released on December 1, 1942. It has a runtime of 1h 43m. The film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Who stars in Tennessee Johnson?
Tennessee Johnson stars Van Heflin, Lionel Barrymore, Ruth Hussey and Marjorie Main. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Tennessee Johnson available in HD?
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