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Young Mr. Lincoln

7.219391h 40mNRMovieDramaHistory

In this dramatized account of his early law career in Illinois, Abraham Lincoln is born into a modest log cabin, where he is encouraged by his first love, Ann Rutledge, to pursue law. Following her tragic death, Lincoln establishes a law…

DirectorJohn Ford
WriterLamar Trotti
ProducersKenneth Macgowan·Darryl F. Zanuck

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Cast · Directed by John Ford

HFHenry Fonda
Henry Fonda
Abraham Lincoln
ABAlice Brady
Alice Brady
Abigail Clay
MWMarjorie Weaver
Marjorie Weaver
Mary Todd
AWArleen Whelan
Arleen Whelan
Sarah Clay
ECEddie Collins
Eddie Collins
Efe Turner
PMPauline Moore
Pauline Moore
Ann Rutledge
RCRichard Cromwell
Richard Cromwell
Matt Clay
DMDonald Meek
Donald Meek
Prosecutor John Felder
EQEddie Quillan
Eddie Quillan
Adam Clay
SCSpencer Charters
Spencer Charters
Judge Herbert A. Bell
WBWard Bond
Ward Bond
John Palmer Cass
JKJack Kelly
Jack Kelly
Matt Clay as a Boy (uncredited)

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Young Mr. Lincoln — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Young Mr. Lincoln?

Young Mr. Lincoln is streaming on Plex in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and MovieMe. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Young Mr. Lincoln on Netflix?

No, Young Mr. Lincoln is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is Young Mr. Lincoln on Amazon Prime Video?

Young Mr. Lincoln isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Young Mr. Lincoln for free?

Young Mr. Lincoln is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in United Kingdom.

Is Young Mr. Lincoln based on a true story?

Yes — Young Mr. Lincoln is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).