LBJ

2018 • 97 minutes
4.1
20 reviews
56%
Tomatometer
R
Rating
Eligible
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About this movie

After powerful Senate Majority Leader Lyndon Johnson (Woody Harrelson) loses the 1960 Democratic presidential nomination to Senator John F. Kennedy (Jeffrey Donovan), he agrees to be his young rival's running mate. But once they win the election, despite his extensive legislative experience and shrewd political instincts, Johnson finds himself sidelined in the role of vice president. That all changes on Nov. 22, 1963, when Kennedy is assassinated and Johnson, with his devoted wife Lady Bird (Jennifer Jason Leigh) by his side, is suddenly thrust into the presidency. As the nation mourns, Johnson must contend with longtime adversary Attorney General Bobby Kennedy (Michael Stahl-David) and one-time mentor Georgia Senator Richard Russell (Richard Jenkins) as he seeks to honor JFK's legacy by championing the historic Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Rating
R

Ratings and reviews

4.1
20 reviews
A Google user
February 6, 2018
A unique look at the two week span at the beginning of LBJs presidency. I liked how Reiner humanized a man that many people hate. Woody does a great job. But check it out for yourself and you can decide.
A Google user
September 5, 2019
This movie was a total bomb at the box office. Johnson's flaws were so deep. He profited from the death of JFK, and initiated the plan to kill him.
N Nattin
February 6, 2018
Robert Redford is a great man. Long live this legacy. Woody is the man. Legalize it>> LBJ would have wanted it✓ . Ladybird probably grew cannabis flowers... Keep Texas dank
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