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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939)
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📖 Story
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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Strong recommendationChaotic comedy
EnergyRising and charged
TonePlayful comedy
ExperienceRule-breaking fun and mischief
Best suited forlight laughs and easy entertainment
What to expect from this title?Expect a playful comedy that moves on attitude, quick gags, and easy momentum more than emotional depth.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
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ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Serious themes
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Viewer insight Mr. Smith Goes to Washington is a 1939 film in the Comedy / Drama category from United States. Directed by Frank Capra. Starring James Stewart and Jean Arthur. Runtime: about 130 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available.
Genre: Comedy / Drama, Released in 1939, Original language: English, Production: United States, Runtime: about 130 minutes, Starring James Stewart and Jean Arthur.
Runtime
130 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew

James Stewart
Jefferson Smith

Jean Arthur
Clarissa Saunders

Claude Rains
Joseph Paine

Edward Arnold
Jim Taylor

Guy Kibbee
Governor Hopper

Thomas Mitchell
Diz Moore

Eugene Pallette
Chick McGann

Beulah Bondi
Ma Smith
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H.B. Warner
Senate Majority Leader

Harry Carey
President of the Senate

Astrid Allwyn
Susan Paine

Ruth Donnelly
Emma Hopper

Grant Mitchell
Senator MacPherson

Porter Hall
Senator Monroe
Director: Frank Capra
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1What is movie Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939)?
It is a movie released in 1939 within the Comedy, Drama category.
2What is the story of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) is a movie in the Comedy, Drama category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch Mr. Smith Goes to Washington online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as Apple TV Store.
4What is the rating of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 7.8/10 based on 1,194 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington?
Its runtime is about 130 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Mr. Smith Goes to Washington best suited for?
A light watch that aims for easy entertainment, familiar rhythm, and moments that are simple to follow.
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