Mr. Smith Goes to Washington

Romance, drama, laughter and heartbreak... created out of the very heart and soil of America!

⭐ 7.8 /10 1,178 votes

October 19, 1939 2h 10m Released

Comedy Drama

Storyline

After the death of a United States Senator, idealistic Jefferson Smith is appointed as his replacement in Washington. Soon, the naive and earnest new senator has to battle political corruption.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Frank Capra
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Sidney Buchman, Lewis R. Foster
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Columbia Pictures
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.8/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $1,500,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

James Stewart

Jefferson Smith

Jean Arthur

Clarissa Saunders

Claude Rains

Joseph Paine

Edward Arnold

Jim Taylor

Guy Kibbee

Governor Hopper

Thomas Mitchell

Diz Moore

Eugene Pallette

Chick McGann

Beulah Bondi

Ma Smith

H.B. Warner

Senate Majority Leader

Harry Carey

President of the Senate

Astrid Allwyn

Susan Paine

Ruth Donnelly

Emma Hopper

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mr. Smith Goes to Washington released?

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington was released on October 19, 1939.

How long is Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?

The runtime of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington is 2h 10m.

What genre is Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington is a Comedy, Drama movie.

What is the rating of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington has a rating of 7.8 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington was directed by Frank Capra.

Who stars in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?

The main cast of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington includes James Stewart, Jean Arthur, Claude Rains.

What language is Mr. Smith Goes to Washington in?

Mr. Smith Goes to Washington is originally in English.