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The Meanest Man in the World

A lawyer's quest for public approval through a ruthless persona puts his personal connections at risk of collapse.

A small-town lawyer, Richard Clarke, abandons his humble roots in search of fame and fortune in New York City, but only finds success after adopting a ruthless persona, putting his engagement at risk.

Main Cast

Jack BennyJack BennyRichard Clarke
Priscilla LanePriscilla LaneJanie Brown
Eddie 'Rochester' AndersonEddie 'Rochester' AndersonShufro
Edmund GwennEdmund GwennFrederick P. Leggitt
Matt BriggsMatt BriggsArthur Brown
Anne RevereAnne RevereKitty Crockett
Margaret SeddonMargaret SeddonMrs. Frances H. Leggitt
Helene ReynoldsHelene ReynoldsWife
Tom DuganTom DuganCop in Park (uncredited)
Tor JohnsonTor JohnsonVladimir Pulasky (uncredited)
Mae MarshMae MarshOld Lady (uncredited)
Lyle TalbotLyle TalbotBill Potts (uncredited)
Will WrightWill WrightPawn Shop Owner (uncredited)
Chester CluteChester CluteLawyer
Harry HaydenHarry HaydenRealtor
Frank OrthFrank OrthBartender
Nick StewartNick StewartElevator Operator
Paul E. BurnsPaul E. BurnsFarmer in Traffic Accident
Andrew TombesAndrew TombesJudge
Gladden JamesGladden JamesClerk (uncredited)
Donald DouglasDonald DouglasHusband

Creators

Sidney LanfieldSidney LanfieldDirector
George SeatonGeorge SeatonScreenplay
Allan HouseAllan HouseScreenplay

Info about The Meanest Man in the World

Studio(s): 20th Century Fox

Originally Released: United States, Feb 12, 1943

Production Country: United States

Genres:Comedy

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