The Candidate (1972)

Movie

“Bill McKay has a lot going for him...but nothing compared to what's coming.”

6.5/10

1972

1h 50m

Comedy

Drama

Overview

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.

Director

Michael Ritchie

Writers

Jeremy Larner

Movie Information

Release Date

June 29, 1972

Runtime

1h 50m

Status

Released

Original Language

Vote Count

179

Production

Redford-Ritchie Productions

Overview

Movie Information

Production

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