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The Candidate

The Candidate

Bill McKay has a lot going for him...but nothing compared to what's coming.

Bill McKay is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from California. He has no hope of winning, so he is willing to tweak the establishment.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Candidate
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama
  • Release Date: 1972-06-29
  • Runtime: 110 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (159 votes)
  • Budget: $1,600,000
  • Revenue: $2,500,000
  • Production Companies: Redford-Ritchie Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.6278
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Robert Redford

Robert Redford

as Bill McKay

Peter Boyle

Peter Boyle

as Marvin Lucas

Melvyn Douglas

Melvyn Douglas

as John J. McKay

Don Porter

Don Porter

as Senator Crocker Jarmon

Allen Garfield

Allen Garfield

as Klein

Karen Carlson

Karen Carlson

as Nancy McKay

Quinn K. Redeker

Quinn K. Redeker

as Rick Jenkin

Morgan Upton

Morgan Upton

as Wally Henderson

Michael Lerner

Michael Lerner

as Paul Corliss

Kenneth Tobey

Kenneth Tobey

as Floyd J. Starkey

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Original Theatrical Trailer

The Godfather and The Candidate Win Writing Awards: 1973 Oscars

The Candidate - Trailer

'The Candidate' | Critics' Picks | The New York Times

External Links

Keywords

californiapoliticspolitical campaignu.s. senatorpolitical candidate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Candidate?

The Candidate is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1972-06-29.

Who are the main actors in The Candidate?

The main cast includes Robert Redford, Peter Boyle, Melvyn Douglas, Don Porter, Allen Garfield, .

Where can I watch The Candidate online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Candidate is available.

Is The Candidate based on a true story?

Bill McKay has a lot going for him...but nothing compared to what's coming.

What is the IMDb rating of The Candidate?

The Candidate has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 159 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Candidate?

The movie had a production budget of $1,600,000 and earned $2,500,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Candidate?

The soundtrack was composed by Redford-Ritchie Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Candidate filmed?

The Candidate was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Candidate?

The total runtime of The Candidate is 110 minutes.

Is The Candidate suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Candidate?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Candidate.

Does The Candidate have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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