The Last Hurrah(1958)
“… something to shout about!”
Overview
In a changing world where television has become the main source of information, Adam Caulfield, a young sports journalist, witnesses how his uncle, Frank Skeffington, a veteran and honest politician, mayor of a New England town, tries to be reelected while bankers and captains of industry conspire in the shadows to place a weak and manageable candidate in the city hall.
Director
John Ford
Studio
Columbia Pictures
Cast
Spencer Tracy
as Mayor Frank Skeffington
Jeffrey Hunter
as Adam Caulfield
Dianne Foster
as Mave Caulfield
Pat O'Brien
as John Gorman
Basil Rathbone
as Norman Cass Sr.
Donald Crisp
as The Cardinal
James Gleason
as Cuke Gillen
Edward Brophy
as Ditto Boland
John Carradine
as Amos Force
Willis Bouchey
as Roger Sugrue
Basil Ruysdael
as The Episcopal Bishop
Ricardo Cortez
as Sam Weinberg
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1958
Runtime
1h 57m
Language
English
Rating
7.2 / 10
Production Companies
Columbia Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Last Hurrah?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Last Hurrah (1958).
What is The Last Hurrah about?▼
In a changing world where television has become the main source of information, Adam Caulfield, a young sports journalist, witnesses how his uncle, Frank Skeffington, a veteran and honest politician, mayor of a New England town, tries to be reelected while bankers and captains of industry conspire in the shadows to place a weak and manageable candidate in the city hall.
Who directed The Last Hurrah?▼
The Last Hurrah was directed by John Ford and released in 1958. It is a drama film.
How long is The Last Hurrah?▼
The Last Hurrah has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
Who stars in The Last Hurrah?▼
The cast of The Last Hurrah includes Spencer Tracy as Mayor Frank Skeffington, Jeffrey Hunter as Adam Caulfield, Dianne Foster as Mave Caulfield, Pat O'Brien as John Gorman, Basil Rathbone as Norman Cass Sr. and more.
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