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This documentary-style political drama features Robert Redford as Bill McKay, an idealistic attorney who reluctantly stands for Senate. On the understanding that neither his ex-governor father (Melvyn Douglas) nor the party machine will interfere, McKay runs a refreshingly honest campaign that sees him closing in on the state's present encumbent (Don Porter). However, the temptation to sell out is ever present in the world of politics and McKay finds his worthy stance being challenged from every corner. Director Michael Ritchie and Oscar-winning writer Jeremy Larner based their film on real-life experiences of political campaigning during the sixties.

Please note this is a region 2 DVD and will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play.  Nothing matters more than winning. Not even what you believe in. Californian lawyer Bill McKay fights for the little man. His charisma and integrity get him noticed by the Democratic Party machine and he is persuaded to run for the Senate against an apparently unassailable incumbent. It's agreed he can handle it his own way, on his own terms. But once he's in the race and his prospects begin to improve, the deal starts to change.... Actors Robert Redford, Peter Boyle, Melvyn Douglas, Don Porter, Allen Garfield & Michael Lerner Director Michael Ritchie Certificate PG Year 1972 Screen Fullscreen 4:3 Languages English - Dolby Digital (1.0) Mono Duration 1 hour and 45 minutes (approx)