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James Stewart, Jean Arthur, Claude Rains, Edward Arnold, Guy Kibbee
An idealistic, small-town senator heads to Washington and suddenly finds himself single-handedly battling ruthless politicians out to destroy him.
Id: 10440949
when it was first released, mr. smith goes to washington was attacked by the washington press, and politicians in the u.s. congress, as anti-american and pro-communist for its portrayal of corruption in the american government...when a ban on american films was imposed in german-...( read more)
A boy ranger meets wised up Washington types and a political machine, he's Don Quixote, he's David against Goliath without a slingshot. I enjoyed this very much. Sure Stewart is so squeaky clean and sentimental, but he's the little guy you have to root for against corruption. ...( read more)
An honest rube of a boy scout leader is appointed senator and sent to Washington where he uncovers political corruption, which he defeats using "Robert's Rules of Order." Some great moments, both subtle and crowd-pleasing, although in the end this sappy civics lesson is too blat...( read more)
I've always known about this movie. 50 years after it is filmed, I finally saw it for the first time. It is fine - honest hill billy takes on corrupt politicians and wins. But I prefer modern movies. The old ones seem too simplistic.
Frank Capra is one of the most gifted directors that ever lived and here is the proof.
Stewart at his finest! A GREAT film that I wish would be required viewing in Congress on a weekly basis.
Capra convincingly reminds us about the true purpose of politics. Although Mr. Deeds is more approachable and entertaining, this isn't such a bad one either.
James Stewart. This guy is great! I loved every minute of this film. The acting was awesome and the message even better. It goes to show you that you don?t need a lot of effects and ?spectacle? to produce a fine film. Watching James Stewart is a thrill. He always brings a c...( read more)
I wish more "politicians" were honorable, trustworthy and optimistic like this character, portrayed by Jimmy Stewart. A great story!
