The Young Philadelphians
"Guilty secrets. Shocking scandals. All in a day's work for on Philadelphian lawyer."
Originally released in 1959. The Young Philadelphians is a drama film. directed by Vincent Sherman. With a runtime of 2h 16m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Paul Newman, Barbara Rush, and Alexis Smith
Synopsis
Up and coming young lawyer Anthony Lawrence faces several ethical and emotional dilemmas as he climbs the Philadelphia social ladder. His personal and professional skills are tested as he tries to balance the needs of his fiance Joan, the expectations of his colleagues and his own obligation to defend his friend Chester on a murder count.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 21, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
2h 16m
136 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (52 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Paul Newman
as Anthony Judson Lawrence
Barbara Rush
as Joan Dickinson
Alexis Smith
as Carol Wharton
Brian Keith
as Mike Flanagan
Diane Brewster
as Kate Judson Lawrence
Billie Burke
as Mrs. J. Arthur Allen
John Williams
as Gilbert Dickinson
Robert Vaughn
as Chester A. 'Chet' Gwynn
Otto Kruger
as John Marshall Wharton
Paul Picerni
as Louis Donetti
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Young Philadelphians about?
Up and coming young lawyer Anthony Lawrence faces several ethical and emotional dilemmas as he climbs the Philadelphia social ladder. His personal and professional skills are tested as he tries to ...
Who directed The Young Philadelphians?
The Young Philadelphians was directed by Vincent Sherman.
How long is The Young Philadelphians?
The Young Philadelphians has a runtime of 2 hours and 16 minutes (136 minutes total).
When was The Young Philadelphians released?
The Young Philadelphians was released on May 21, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Young Philadelphians?
The main cast of The Young Philadelphians includes Paul Newman, Barbara Rush, Alexis Smith, Brian Keith, Diane Brewster.