The Best Man (1964)

Name: The Best Man
Genre: Drama
Released: 1964
Duration: 102 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Henry Fonda, Cliff Robertson, Edie Adams, Margaret Leighton, Shelley Berman

1h 42m United States of America

Drama

Plot

Amidst chaos within the opposing party, five contenders compete fiercely for the presidential nomination. As the first ballot concludes without a clear majority, tensions rise among the frontrunners. Each candidate must now weigh their ambitions against the sacrifices required to secure the coveted position. Personal allegiances and political maneuvering come into play, revealing the true nature of ambition and the lengths one will go to seize power. The stakes are high as each contender navigates this intricate web of loyalty and betrayal in their pursuit of victory.

Cast

Henry Fonda Cliff Robertson Edie Adams Margaret Leighton Shelley Berman Lee Tracy Ann Sothern Gene Raymond Kevin McCarthy Mahalia Jackson Howard K. Smith John Henry Faulk Richard Arlen Penny Singleton George Kirgo