
Teddy the Rough Rider
This short follows the political career of Theodore Roosevelt, beginning in 1895, when he was appointed police commissioner of New York City. In 1897 he was appointed Assistant Secretary of the Navy. His charge up San Juan Hill during the Spanish-American War in 1898 is re-created. He becomes vice president in March 1901 and assumes the presidency when William McKinley is assassinated six months later. According to the narrator, Roosevelt refused to be beholden to political bosses, doing what he believed to be right for the American people.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Teddy the Rough Rider
- Genres: Drama, History, Documentary
- Release Date: 1940-02-21
- Runtime: 19 minutes
- Rating: 6.727/10 (11 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.1439
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Sidney Blackmer
as Theodore Roosevelt

Douglas Wood
as President William McKinley

Selmer Jackson
as John W. Riggs

Theodore von Eltz
as William Loeb

Arthur Loft
as Big Jim Rafferty

John Ridgely
as Reporter

Glenn Strange
as Jim Rawlins

Robert Warwick
as Capt. Leonard Wood

Frank Wilcox
as Roosevelt's Secretary

Pierre Watkin
as Sen. Platt
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Teddy the Rough Rider?▼
Teddy the Rough Rider is a Drama, History, Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1940-02-21.
Who are the main actors in Teddy the Rough Rider?▼
The main cast includes Sidney Blackmer, Douglas Wood, Selmer Jackson, Theodore von Eltz, Arthur Loft, .
Where can I watch Teddy the Rough Rider online?▼
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Is Teddy the Rough Rider based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Teddy the Rough Rider?▼
Teddy the Rough Rider has an IMDb rating of 6.727/10 based on 11 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Teddy the Rough Rider?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Teddy the Rough Rider?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Teddy the Rough Rider filmed?▼
Teddy the Rough Rider was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Teddy the Rough Rider?▼
The total runtime of Teddy the Rough Rider is 19 minutes.
Is Teddy the Rough Rider suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Teddy the Rough Rider?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Teddy the Rough Rider.
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