Magnificent Doll
Seen it?1946 | 95 min | Drama, History
Monday Morning Maybeearly ratingWhy it’s a Monday Morning Maybe
With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes stories from the past brought to life and anyone who loves a strong drama. Best on a quiet night when you're in the mood to feel something.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Gives its people room to develop, at 1 hr 35 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1946: an older pace and style.
- Skip it if you need something light and fast tonight.
While packing her belongings in preparation of evacuating the White House because of the impending British invasion of Washington D.C., Dolly Payne Madison thinks back on her childhood, her first marriage, and later romances with two very different politicians, Aaron Burr and his good friend James Madison. She plays each against the other, not only for romantic reasons, but also to influence the shaping of the young country. By manipulating Burr's affections, she helps Thomas Jefferson win the presidency, and eventually she becomes First Lady of the land herself.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$2 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 5K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Frank Borzage
- Ginger RogersDolly Madison
- David NivenAaron Burr
- Burgess MeredithJames Madison
- Peggy WoodMrs. Payne
- Stephen McNallyJohn Todd
- Robert BarratMr. Payne
- Grandon RhodesThomas Jefferson
- Frances E. WilliamsAmy
- Henri LetondalCount D'Arignon
- Joseph ForteSenator Ainsworth (uncredited)