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Yankee Doodle Dandy 1942

This spirited biopic follows the life of Broadway legend George M. Cohan, portrayed with dazzling energy by James Cagney. The film recounts his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in vaudeville to becoming a celebrated songwriter and performer. Through nostalgic flashbacks, we witness his rise to fame, including the creation of iconic songs like "Yankee Doodle Dandy" and "Over There," culminating in a special Congressional Gold Medal presentation from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

This spirited biopic follows the life of Broadway legend George M. Cohan, portrayed with dazzling energy by James Cagney. The film recounts his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in vaudeville to becoming a celebrated songwriter and performer. Through nostalgic flashbacks, we witness his rise to fame, including the creation of iconic songs like "Yankee Doodle Dandy" and "Over There," culminating in a special Congressional Gold Medal presentation from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

Does Yankee Doodle Dandy have end credit scenes?

No!

Yankee Doodle Dandy does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for Yankee Doodle Dandy

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89

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7.3

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IMDb

7.6 /10

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TMDB

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Awards & Nominations for Yankee Doodle Dandy

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The 15th Academy Awards 1943

James Cagney
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Actor

James Cagney
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Actor in a Supporting Role

Walter Huston
Michael Curtiz
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Directing

Michael Curtiz
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Film Editing

Win

Music (Scoring of a Musical Picture)

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Outstanding Motion Picture

Win

Sound Recording

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Writing (Original Motion Picture Story)

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Original Theatrical Trailer

Paul Scheer & Amy Nicholson announce YANKEE DOODLE DANDY for AFI Movie Club

Cars Featured in Yankee Doodle Dandy

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Dodge

Brothers

Franklin

1916

Model 6-30

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