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      Eleanor and Franklin: The White House Years

      1977 2h 32m History Drama List
      Reviews 67% 50+ Ratings Audience Score The conclusion of a two-part biopic, Eleanor Roosevelt (Jane Alexander) continues to recall the life of her husband, President Franklin D. Roosevelt (Edward Herrmann), starting from his election to the White House all the way through the end of his life. Roosevelt faces many challenges during his time in the Oval Office including the Great Depression, World War II, and an illness that leaves him paralyzed from the waist down. Based on the book "Eleanor and Franklin" by Joseph Lash. Read More Read Less

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      Audience Member Even less structured than the last one, this film's main focus is the failing marriage (but successful partnership) between Franklin and Eleanor. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/22/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat Spirituality & Practice Probes the troubled marriage between these two strong individuals. Jan 19, 2004 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis The conclusion of a two-part biopic, Eleanor Roosevelt (Jane Alexander) continues to recall the life of her husband, President Franklin D. Roosevelt (Edward Herrmann), starting from his election to the White House all the way through the end of his life. Roosevelt faces many challenges during his time in the Oval Office including the Great Depression, World War II, and an illness that leaves him paralyzed from the waist down. Based on the book "Eleanor and Franklin" by Joseph Lash.
      Director
      Daniel Petrie
      Genre
      History, Drama
      Original Language
      English
      Runtime
      2h 32m