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A Failure at Fifty

A Failure at Fifty

The story of Abraham Lincoln's 30-year struggle of persistence-through-failure is told to an unemployed 50 year old man.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: A Failure at Fifty
  • Genres: Drama, History
  • Release Date: 1940-07-01
  • Runtime: 10 minutes
  • Rating: 4.5/10 (2 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.3327
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Edmund Glover

Edmund Glover

as Abe Lincoln

Mary Anderson

Mary Anderson

as Ann Rutledge

Truman Bradley

Truman Bradley

as Lincoln's Friend

Carey Wilson

Carey Wilson

as Narrator (voice)

Margaret Bert

Margaret Bert

as Ann's Rutledge's Mother (uncredited)

George Chesebro

George Chesebro

as Creditor (uncredited)

Naomi Childers

Naomi Childers

as Partner (uncredited)

Jules Cowles

Jules Cowles

as Member of the Senate (uncredited)

Edward Coxen

Edward Coxen

as Farmer (uncredited)

Olin Francis

Olin Francis

as Trader (uncredited)

External Links

Keywords

failurestrangermysterious strangerabraham lincolnperseverancelife challengesfifty

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Failure at Fifty?

A Failure at Fifty is a Drama, History movie directed by . It was released on 1940-07-01.

Who are the main actors in A Failure at Fifty?

The main cast includes Edmund Glover, Mary Anderson, Truman Bradley, Carey Wilson, Margaret Bert, .

Where can I watch A Failure at Fifty online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Failure at Fifty is available.

Is A Failure at Fifty based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of A Failure at Fifty?

A Failure at Fifty has an IMDb rating of 4.5/10 based on 2 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of A Failure at Fifty?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for A Failure at Fifty?

The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was A Failure at Fifty filmed?

A Failure at Fifty was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is A Failure at Fifty?

The total runtime of A Failure at Fifty is 10 minutes.

Is A Failure at Fifty suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to A Failure at Fifty?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Failure at Fifty.

Does A Failure at Fifty have a post-credit scene?

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