The Magnificent Yankee
1950, English. Directed by John Sturges.
Biography of celebrated American jurist Oliver Wendell Holmes.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- John SturgesDirector
- Louis CalhernOliver Wendell Holmes
- Ann HardingFanny Bowditch Holmes
- Eduard FranzLouis Brandeis
- Philip OberOwen Wister / Narrator (voice)
- Ian WolfeAdams
- Edith EvansonAnnie Gough
- Herbert AndersonBaxter
- Richard AndersonReynolds
- Jimmy LydonClinton
- David AlpertSecretary (uncredited)
- Arthur AndersonCourt Clerk (uncredited)
- Robert BoardSecretary (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 20 December 1950
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Emmet Lavery
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How long is The Magnificent Yankee?
The Magnificent Yankee runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
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The Magnificent Yankee parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Magnificent Yankee is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Magnificent Yankee on?
The Magnificent Yankee isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Magnificent Yankee?
If you liked The Magnificent Yankee, try The Current War, The Girl, Won't Back Down.
Who directed The Magnificent Yankee?
The Magnificent Yankee (1950) was directed by John Sturges and stars Louis Calhern, Ann Harding, Eduard Franz.