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The Great McGinty is a 1940 American political satire comedy film written and directed by Preston Sturges, starring Brian Donlevy and Akim Tamiroff and featuring William Demarest and (in her final screen appearance) Muriel Angelus.
A Depression-era bum becomes a crooked politician and a reform mayor in this satire by Preston Sturges. The film won an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay and features Brian Donlevy, Muriel Angelus, and Akim Tamiroff.
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- Comedy
- Preston Sturges
- 1940-08-23
A comedy drama about a hobo who becomes a corrupt mayor with the help of a crooked boss. Learn more about the cast, crew, awards, trivia and watch the trailer and clips of this classic film.
Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Preston's debut and a political satire, The Great McGinty explores crooked politics and dark ambitions.
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- Brian Donlevy
- Preston Sturges
- Comedy
The original trailer of The Great McGinty directed by Preston Sturges. Starring Brian Donlevy, Muriel Angelus, Akim Tamiroff and Allyn Joslyn.Blu-ray (Amazon...
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The Great Mcginty Trailer 1940 Director: Preston Sturges Starring: Akim Tamiroff, Allyn Joslyn, Brian Donlevy, Louis Jean Heydt, Muriel Angelus, William Demarest Official Content From...
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Jan 16, 2024 · Dan McGinty has great success in his chosen field of crooked politics, but he endangers it all in one crazy moment of honesty.