LBJ: The Early Years
1987, English. Directed by Peter Werner.
LBJ: The Early Years was a television movie that appeared on the NBC network in February 1987, depicting the life of former President of the United States Lyndon B. Johnson from 1934 until 1973. Actor Randy Quaid won a Golden Globe award for his portrayal of Johnson.
- Runtime
- 2h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Peter WernerDirector
- Randy QuaidLyndon Baines Johnson
- Patti LuPoneClaudia Alta 'Lady Bird' Taylor Johnson
- Pat HingleSam Rayburn
- Barry CorbinJudge Alvin J. Wirtz
- Robin CurtisJacqueline Kennedy
- Charles FrankBobby Kennedy
- James F. KellyJoseph Kennedy
- Kevin McCarthyBilly Bob
- Frances ConroyCast
- R.G. ArmstrongSamuel Ealey Johnson
- Morgan BrittanyAlice Glass
- Steven ClawsonDoorman
Details
- Released
- 1 February 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ken Trevey
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How long is LBJ: The Early Years?
LBJ: The Early Years runs 155 minutes (2h 35m).
Does LBJ: The Early Years have a post-credits scene?
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LBJ: The Early Years parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
LBJ: The Early Years is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is LBJ: The Early Years on?
LBJ: The Early Years isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 February 1987. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like LBJ: The Early Years?
If you liked LBJ: The Early Years, try The Girl, The Special Relationship, Love Finds You in Charm.
Who directed LBJ: The Early Years?
LBJ: The Early Years (1987) was directed by Peter Werner and stars Randy Quaid, Patti LuPone, Pat Hingle.