
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
Romance, drama, laughter and heartbreak... created out of the very heart and soil of America!
After the death of a United States Senator, idealistic Jefferson Smith is appointed as his replacement in Washington. Soon, the naive and earnest new senator has to battle political corruption.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Release Date: 1939-10-19
- Runtime: 129 minutes
- Rating: 7.863/10 (1079 votes)
- Budget: $1,500,000
- Revenue: $9,600,000
- Production Companies: Columbia Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.1677
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

James Stewart
as Jefferson Smith

Jean Arthur
as Clarissa Saunders

Claude Rains
as Joseph Paine

Edward Arnold
as Jim Taylor

Guy Kibbee
as Governor Hopper

Thomas Mitchell
as Diz Moore

Eugene Pallette
as Chick McGann

Beulah Bondi
as Ma Smith

H.B. Warner
as Senate Majority Leader

Harry Carey
as President of the Senate
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Trailers & Clips
Walter Cronkite on MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON | Spotlight Cinema
MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON: FIRST 10 MINUTES OF THE FILM
MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON: MODERN TRAILER
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) Presented by TCM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?▼
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington is a Comedy, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1939-10-19.
Who are the main actors in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?▼
The main cast includes James Stewart, Jean Arthur, Claude Rains, Edward Arnold, Guy Kibbee, .
Where can I watch Mr. Smith Goes to Washington online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Mr. Smith Goes to Washington is available.
Is Mr. Smith Goes to Washington based on a true story?▼
Romance, drama, laughter and heartbreak... created out of the very heart and soil of America!
What is the IMDb rating of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?▼
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington has an IMDb rating of 7.863/10 based on 1079 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?▼
The movie had a production budget of $1,500,000 and earned $9,600,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Columbia Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Mr. Smith Goes to Washington filmed?▼
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?▼
The total runtime of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington is 129 minutes.
Is Mr. Smith Goes to Washington suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.
Does Mr. Smith Goes to Washington have a post-credit scene?▼
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