Fun movie with an interesting story and characters but with an extremely naïve ending.
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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
Naive and idealistic Jefferson Smith, leader of the Boy Rangers, is appointed to the United States Senate by the puppet governor of his state. He soon discovers, upon going to Washington, many shortcomings of the political process as his earnest goal of a national boys' camp leads to a conflict with the state political boss.
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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
- Overview
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- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Oct 19, 1939
Runtime
2h 9m
Genres
Comedy, Drama
User Score
79%
Original Title
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
Production Companies
Columbia Pictures
Director
Frank Capra
Budget
$1,500,000
Revenue
$9,600,000
Description
Naive and idealistic Jefferson Smith, leader of the Boy Rangers, is appointed to the United States Senate by the puppet governor of his state. He soon discovers, upon going to Washington, many shortcomings of the political process as his earnest goal of a national boys' camp leads to a conflict with the state political boss.
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Crew
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