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Eleanor and Franklin

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Told from the perspective of Eleanor Roosevelt (Jane Alexander) after her husband's death, this film chronicles the life and times of U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt (Edward Herrmann) and his wife from childhood until his election to the White House. The first of a two-part biopic, the film is based on the dual biography by Joseph Lash, Eleanor's personal secretary and confidant, and provides a behind-the-scenes look at one of the nation's most famous couples.

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Audience Member Incredible performances are the most convincing of any portrayal of the Roosevelts. A slow and quiet movie with a potent dose of class. Alexander and Herrmann simply ARE Eleanor and Franklin. One of the best TV movies ever. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/16/23 Full Review Audience Member A masterpiece. A remarkable portrait. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/15/23 Full Review Audience Member So lightly dramatized it sometimes seems to have no structure at all, this film offers an intimate look at the relationship between Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. Casting is perfect. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/22/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Daniel Petrie

Director

Jane Alexander

Eleanor Roosevelt

Edward Herrmann

Franklin Delano Roosevelt

Rosemary Murphy

Sara Delano Roosevelt

Pamela Franklin

Anna Hall

David Huffman

Elliott Roosevelt, Sr.
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Synopsis Told from the perspective of Eleanor Roosevelt (Jane Alexander) after her husband's death, this film chronicles the life and times of U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt (Edward Herrmann) and his wife from childhood until his election to the White House. The first of a two-part biopic, the film is based on the dual biography by Joseph Lash, Eleanor's personal secretary and confidant, and provides a behind-the-scenes look at one of the nation's most famous couples.
Director
Daniel Petrie
Producer
Audrey Maas, Harry Sherman
Production Co
Talent Associates Ltd.
Genre
History, Drama, Biography
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 17, 2017
Runtime
3h 28m
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