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1959

The Young Philadelphians

Directed by Vincent Sherman
Guilty secrets. Shocking scandals. All in a day's work for on Philadelphian lawyer.

Up and coming young lawyer Anthony Lawrence faces several ethical and emotional dilemmas as he climbs the Philadelphia social ladder. His personal and professional skills are tested as he tries to balance the needs of his fiance Joan, the expectations of his colleagues and his own obligation to defend his friend Chester on a murder count.

Duration

2h 16m

Released

May 21, 1959

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7.5

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Cast18

  • Paul Newman
  • Barbara Rush
  • Alexis Smith
  • Brian Keith
  • Diane Brewster
  • Billie Burke
  • John Williams
  • Robert Vaughn
  • Otto Kruger

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