The Young Philadelphians

(1959)Directed by Vincent Sherman136 minDrama
Guilty secrets. Shocking scandals. All in a day's work for one Philadelphian lawyer.

Up and coming young lawyer Anthony Lawrence faces several ethical and emotional dilemmas as he climbs the Philadelphia social ladder. His personal and professional skills are tested as he tries to balance the needs of his fiance Joan, the expectations of his colleagues and his own obligation to defend his friend Chester on a murder count.

Paul Newmanas Anthony Judson Lawrence
Barbara Rushas Joan Dickinson
Alexis Smithas Carol Wharton
Brian Keithas Mike Flanagan
Diane Brewsteras Kate Judson Lawrence
Billie Burkeas Mrs. J. Arthur Allen
John Williamsas Gilbert Dickinson
Robert Vaughnas Chester A. 'Chet' Gwynn
Otto Krugeras John Marshall Wharton
Paul Picernias Louis Donetti
Robert Douglasas Uncle Morton Stearnes
Frank Conroyas Doctor Shippen Stearnes
Adam Westas William Lawrence III
Richard Deaconas George Archibald
HJHelen Jayas Floozy
Al McGranaryas Judge
HGHerschel Grahamas Juror (uncredited)
SHSam Harrisas Party Guest (uncredited)