Edison, the Man
Spencer Tracy's greatest performance!
In flashback, fifty years after inventing the light bulb, an 82-year-old Edison tells his story starting at age twenty-two with his arrival in New York. He's on his way with the invention of an early form of the stock market ticker.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Edison, the Man
- Genres: History, Drama
- Release Date: 1940-05-10
- Runtime: 107 minutes
- Rating: 6.6/10 (22 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.5376
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Spencer Tracy
as Thomas A. Edison
Charles Coburn
as General Powell
Lynne Overman
as Bunt Cavatt
Rita Johnson
as Mary Stilwell
Gene Lockhart
as Mr. Taggart
Henry Travers
as Ben Els
Felix Bressart
as Michael Simon
Peter Godfrey
as Ashton
Guy D'Ennery
as Lundstrom
Byron Foulger
as Edwin Hall
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Trailers & Clips
Edison the Man - Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edison, the Man?▼
Edison, the Man is a History, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1940-05-10.
Who are the main actors in Edison, the Man?▼
The main cast includes Spencer Tracy, Charles Coburn, Lynne Overman, Rita Johnson, Gene Lockhart, .
Where can I watch Edison, the Man online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Edison, the Man is available.
Is Edison, the Man based on a true story?▼
Spencer Tracy's greatest performance!
What is the IMDb rating of Edison, the Man?▼
Edison, the Man has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 22 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Edison, the Man?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Edison, the Man?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Edison, the Man filmed?▼
Edison, the Man was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Edison, the Man?▼
The total runtime of Edison, the Man is 107 minutes.
Is Edison, the Man suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Edison, the Man?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Edison, the Man.
Does Edison, the Man have a post-credit scene?▼
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