The Last Hurrah
"… something to shout about!"
Originally released in 1958. The Last Hurrah is a drama film. directed by John Ford.
Starring Spencer Tracy, Jeffrey Hunter, and Dianne Foster
Synopsis
In a changing world where television has become the main source of information, Adam Caulfield, a young sports journalist, witnesses how his uncle, Frank Skeffington, a veteran and honest politician, mayor of a New England town, tries to be reelected while bankers and captains of industry conspire in the shadows to place a weak and manageable candidate in the city hall.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (60 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Spencer Tracy
as Mayor Frank Skeffington
Jeffrey Hunter
as Adam Caulfield
Dianne Foster
as Mave Caulfield
Pat O'Brien
as John Gorman
Basil Rathbone
as Norman Cass Sr.
Donald Crisp
as The Cardinal
James Gleason
as Cuke Gillen
Edward Brophy
as Ditto Boland
John Carradine
as Amos Force
Willis Bouchey
as Roger Sugrue
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Last Hurrah about?
In a changing world where television has become the main source of information, Adam Caulfield, a young sports journalist, witnesses how his uncle, Frank Skeffington, a veteran and honest politicia...
Who directed The Last Hurrah?
The Last Hurrah was directed by John Ford.
How long is The Last Hurrah?
The Last Hurrah has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was The Last Hurrah released?
The Last Hurrah was released on December 31, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Last Hurrah?
The main cast of The Last Hurrah includes Spencer Tracy, Jeffrey Hunter, Dianne Foster, Pat O'Brien, Basil Rathbone.