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Young Mr. Lincoln

1939·Movie
1h 40min·NR

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Strong craft, striking style, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

  • Nostalgia8
  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History, mystery, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances

  • Acting8
  • Direction7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

The story of Abraham Lincoln that has NEVER been told!

In this dramatized account of his early law career in Illinois, Abraham Lincoln is born into a modest log cabin, where he is encouraged by his first love, Ann Rutledge, to pursue law. Following her tragic death, Lincoln establishes a law practice in Springfield, where he meets a young Mary Todd. Lincoln's law skills are put to the test when he takes on the difficult task of defending two brothers who have been accused of murder.
Historical DramaBiographicalLegal DramaComing-of-AgeEarly CareerSocial CommentaryNostalgicCharacter Study

Actors

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Young Mr. Lincoln

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Where can I stream Young Mr. Lincoln legally?

Young Mr. Lincoln is included with a subscription to IndieFlix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Xumo Play. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Young Mr. Lincoln worth watching?

85
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 86/100 (IMDb 7.5, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 91). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Young Mr. Lincoln rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Young Mr. Lincoln?

1 h 40 min

Young Mr. Lincoln runs 1 h 40 min.

Is Young Mr. Lincoln based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Young Mr. Lincoln?

Critics96
Audiences77

Not quite. Critics rate Young Mr. Lincoln higher (96) than audiences (77). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Young Mr. Lincoln in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Young Mr. Lincoln?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Young Mr. Lincoln in 136 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Young Mr. Lincoln use?

Cool Old GuyVery Loosely Based on a True StoryA Storm Is ComingWorthy OpponentLaw ProceduralYoung Future Famous PeopleThe GhostHe's Dead, JimAs the Good Book Says...The Perry Mason MethodShaming the MobArt Imitates Artand 14 more

TV Tropes lists 26 storytelling tropes for Young Mr. Lincoln, including Cool Old Guy, Very Loosely Based on a True Story, A Storm Is Coming.