USA,
1976, 540 min
Directed by:
Douglas HeyesScreenplay:
Douglas HeyesCast:
Richard Jordan, Perry King, Patty Duke, Ray Bolger, Blair Brown, John Carradine, Charles Durning, Henry Fonda, Celeste Holm, John Houseman, Burl Ives, Vic Morrow (more)Plots(1)
Determined to create a better life for his family, Joseph Armagh (Richard Jordan), a penniless Irish immigrant, comes to America in the mid-19th century. Through struggle, heartache and ruthless perseverance, he becomes one of the richest and most powerful men in the country. But fortune has its price as Joseph's arrogance and obsession to have his son Rory (Perry King) elected president ultimately lead to his downfall. (official distributor synopsis)
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