Teddy the Rough Rider
Originally released in 1940. Teddy the Rough Rider is a drama/history film. directed by Ray Enright. At just 19 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sidney Blackmer, Douglas Wood, and Selmer Jackson
Synopsis
This short follows the political career of Theodore Roosevelt, beginning in 1895, when he was appointed police commissioner of New York City. In 1897 he was appointed Assistant Secretary of the Navy. His charge up San Juan Hill during the Spanish-American War in 1898 is re-created. He becomes vice president in March 1901 and assumes the presidency when William McKinley is assassinated six months later. According to the narrator, Roosevelt refused to be beholden to political bosses, doing what he believed to be right for the American people.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 21, 1940
86 years ago
Runtime
0h 19m
19 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sidney Blackmer
as Theodore Roosevelt
Douglas Wood
as President William McKinley
Selmer Jackson
as John W. Riggs
Theodore von Eltz
as William Loeb
Arthur Loft
as Big Jim Rafferty
John Ridgely
as Reporter
Glenn Strange
as Jim Rawlins
Robert Warwick
as Capt. Leonard Wood
Frank Wilcox
as Roosevelt's Secretary
Pierre Watkin
as Sen. Platt
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Teddy the Rough Rider about?
This short follows the political career of Theodore Roosevelt, beginning in 1895, when he was appointed police commissioner of New York City. In 1897 he was appointed Assistant Secretary of the Nav...
Who directed Teddy the Rough Rider?
Teddy the Rough Rider was directed by Ray Enright.
How long is Teddy the Rough Rider?
Teddy the Rough Rider has a runtime of 0 hours and 19 minutes (19 minutes total).
When was Teddy the Rough Rider released?
Teddy the Rough Rider was released on February 21, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Teddy the Rough Rider?
The main cast of Teddy the Rough Rider includes Sidney Blackmer, Douglas Wood, Selmer Jackson, Theodore von Eltz, Arthur Loft.