Disraeli (1929) was nominated for Best Picture (Outstanding Production) at the 3rd Academy Award.
The historical, biographical, drama movie Disraeli (1929) was nominated for Best Picture (Outstanding Picture) at the 1929/30 Academy Award.
We have watched and reviewed the Best Picture nominated movie Disraeli as part of our bucket list goal to watch every Academy Award Best Picture nominees and winners from 1927-2028.
Synopsis: Benjamin Disraeli, Prime Minister of Great Britain between 1874 and 1880, must use his wits and wisdom in dealing with family drama and “small” state affairs such as the purchase of the Suez Canal.
| Release date | November 1, 1929 |
| Directed by | Alfred E. Green |
| Cast | George Arliss as Disraeli Doris Lloyd as Mrs. Travers David Torrence as Lord Probert Joan Bennett as Clarissa Florence Arliss as Lady Beaconsfield Anthony Bushell as Charles Michael Visocoff, S.T. as Count Borsinov |
| Production company | Warner Bros. |
Disraeli’s Nominations at the 3rd Academy Awards
| Category | Recipient | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Outstanding Picture | Warner Bros. | Nominated |
| Best Actor in a Leading Role | George Arliss | Won |
| Best Writing, Achievement | Julien Josephson | Nominated |
Our Review of Disraeli
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