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The Young Philadelphians

  • 1959
  • Approved
  • 2h 16m
IMDb RATING
7.4/10
4.7K
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Paul Newman in The Young Philadelphians (1959)
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A promising lawyer tries to handle his social and professional problems while climbing the legal ladder in Philadelphia.A promising lawyer tries to handle his social and professional problems while climbing the legal ladder in Philadelphia.A promising lawyer tries to handle his social and professional problems while climbing the legal ladder in Philadelphia.

  • Director
    • Vincent Sherman
  • Writers
    • James Gunn
    • Richard P. Powell
    • Dalton Trumbo
  • Stars
    • Paul Newman
    • Barbara Rush
    • Alexis Smith
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • IMDb RATING
    7.4/10
    4.7K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Vincent Sherman
    • Writers
      • James Gunn
      • Richard P. Powell
      • Dalton Trumbo
    • Stars
      • Paul Newman
      • Barbara Rush
      • Alexis Smith
    • 51User reviews
    • 13Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 3 Oscars
      • 5 nominations total

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    Top Cast87

    Paul Newman
    Paul Newman
    • Anthony Judson Lawrence
    Barbara Rush
    Barbara Rush
    • Joan Dickinson
    Alexis Smith
    Alexis Smith
    • Carol Wharton
    Brian Keith
    Brian Keith
    • Mike Flanagan
    Diane Brewster
    Diane Brewster
    • Kate Judson Lawrence
    • (as Diana Brewster)
    Billie Burke
    Billie Burke
    • Mrs. J. Arthur Allen
    John Williams
    John Williams
    • Gilbert Dickinson
    Robert Vaughn
    Robert Vaughn
    • Chester A. Gwynn
    Otto Kruger
    Otto Kruger
    • John Marshall Wharton
    Paul Picerni
    Paul Picerni
    • Louis Donetti
    Robert Douglas
    Robert Douglas
    • Uncle Morton Stearnes
    Frank Conroy
    Frank Conroy
    • Doctor Shippen Stearnes
    Adam West
    Adam West
    • Bill Lawrence
    Anthony Eisley
    Anthony Eisley
    • Carter Henry
    • (as Fred Eisley)
    Richard Deacon
    Richard Deacon
    • George Archibald
    John Alban
    John Alban
    • Party Guest
    • (uncredited)
    Murray Alper
    Murray Alper
    • Diner Counterman
    • (uncredited)
    Don Anderson
    Don Anderson
    • Man at Airport
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Vincent Sherman
    • Writers
      • James Gunn
      • Richard P. Powell
      • Dalton Trumbo
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    Did you know

    • Trivia
      Despite having been nominated for an Oscar for this movie, Robert Vaughn was omitted from the "In Memoriam" tribute at the 89th Academy Awards. The omission shocked and angered many viewers.
    • Goofs
      After the marriage is postponed, while Joan and her father are driving home, Barbara Rush takes her eyes off the road for way too long.
    • Quotes
      • [At Chet Gwynn's murder trial, Anthony Lawrence sets up a demonstration to test butler George Archibald's ability to name a type of liquor by smelling it]
      • George Archibald: [Sniffing a glass] It is Royal Tartan Scotch. Unmistakable. Rich heavy bouquet with a definite aroma of peat smoke.
      • Anthony Judson Lawrence: [Hands him another glass] Now, the third glass.
      • George Archibald: This is water, sir. There is no smell, except perhaps for a faint touch of chlorine, which the city puts in its drinking water. I trust you weren't trying to trick me into identifying it as liquor.
      • Anthony Judson Lawrence: It's water? Are you sure? I don't understand.
      • George Archibald: You will note there is no label. I believe you gave me your water glass.
      • Anthony Judson Lawrence: Well, I'm terribly sorry. I guess I made a mistake.
      • George Archibald: Well, perhaps it's not in vain. Since my throat is a little dry, you'll pardon me.
      • [He drinks the glass, coughs]
      • George Archibald: It's gin! It's gin! You've tricked me!
      • Anthony Judson Lawrence: That's right!
      • [Takes the glass]
      • Anthony Judson Lawrence: Your Honor, I submit this as Exhibit D!
    • Crazy credits
      There is no producer credit given in this film.
    • Connections
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    • Soundtracks
      When Irish I eyes Are Smiling
      (uncredited)
      Music by Ernest Ball
      Lyrics by Chauncey Olcott and George Graff
      sung by Brian Keith and unidentified actress

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    FAQ1

    • What is the 'Main Line' several characters refer to?

    Details

    • Release date
      • May 30, 1959 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La ciudad frente a mí
    • Filming locations
      • Will Rogers State Historic Park - 1501 Will Rogers State Park Road, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, California, USA(Wharton Estate exteriors)
    • Production company
      • Warner Bros.
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Tech specs

    • Runtime
      • 2h 16m(136 min)
    • Color
      • Black and White
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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