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The Candidate (1972)

Movie"Bill McKay has a lot going for him...but nothing compared to what's coming."
Audience Score
65
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PG 1 hr 50 minJun 29th, 1972Drama, Comedy
Bill McKay is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from California. He has no hope of winning, so he is willing to tweak the establishment.
StarringRobert RedfordPeter BoyleMelvyn Douglas
DirectorMichael Ritchie

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:June 29th, 1972
On DVD & Blu-ray:October 29th, 1997 - Buy DVD
Movie Budget:$1,600,000
Movie Box Office Gross:$2,500,000 (Worldwide)
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Robert Redford
Production Companies:Redford-Ritchie Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
Movie Tags:
politicscaliforniapolitical campaignpolitical candidateu.s. senator