Beau James
1957, English. Directed by Melville Shavelson.
He took New York for its wildest joyride!
The story of Jimmy Walker who became mayor of New York in the '20s.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Melville ShavelsonDirector
- Bob HopeMayor James J. 'Jimmy' Walker
- Vera MilesBetty Compton
- Paul DouglasChris Nolan
- Alexis SmithAllie Walker
- Darren McGavinCharley Hand
- Joe MantellBernie Williams - Broadway producer
- Horace McMahonProsecutor
- Richard ShannonDick Jackson
- Willis BoucheyArthur Julian
- Sid MeltonSid Nash
- George JesselGeorge Jessel
- Walter CatlettGov. Alfred E. 'Al' Smith
Details
- Released
- 7 June 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jack Rose, Melville Shavelson
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How long is Beau James?
Beau James runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Beau James have a post-credits scene?
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Beau James parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Beau James is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Beau James on?
Beau James isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 7 June 1957. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Beau James?
If you liked Beau James, try Genius, The Walk, Eleanor the Great.
Who directed Beau James?
Beau James (1957) was directed by Melville Shavelson and stars Bob Hope, Vera Miles, Paul Douglas.