
The Man
The Man
Release: 1972-07-19·Runtime: 93m·★ 6.5
Drama
When the President and Speaker of the House are killed in a building collapse, and the Vice-President declines the office due to age and ill-health, Senate President pro tempore Douglas Dilman (James Earl Jones) suddenly becomes the first black man to occupy the Oval Office. The events from that day to the next election when he must decide if he will actually run challenge his skills as a politician and leader.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures
ABC Circle Films
Lorimar Motion Pictures
Cast
Howard K. Smithas Howard K. Smith
James Earl Jonesas Douglass Dilman
Martin Balsamas Jim Talley
Georg Stanford Brownas Robert Wheeler
Martin E. Brooksas Wheeler's Lawyer
Ted Hartleyas Press Secretary
Charles Lampkinas Congressman Walding
Leonard Stoneas Congressman Parmel
Simon Scottas Hugh Gaynor
Lew Ayresas Noah Calvin
Janet MacLachlanas Wanda
Robert DoQuias Webson
Gilbert Greenas Congressman Hand
Garry Walbergas Pierce
Anne Seymouras Ma Blore
Barry Russoas Haley
Lawrence Cookas Congressman Steller
Jack Bennyas Jack Benny
Burgess Meredithas Senator Watson
William Windomas Arthur Eaton
Barbara Rushas Kay Eaton
Patric Knowlesas South African Consul
Edward Faulkneras Secret Service Man
Philip Bourneufas Chief Justice Williams
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