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The Seduction of Joe Tynan
“There are many ways to be seduced. Fame. Power. Love. Joe Tynan knows them all.”
5.9 / 10• 1979• 1h 48m•R• English
Drama
Storyline
Respected liberal Senator Joe Tynan is asked to to lead the opposition to a Supreme Court appointment. It means losing an old friend and fudging principles to make the necessary deals, as well as further straining his already part-time family life. But it could be a big boost to his career, so he takes it on. Helping him prepare the case is pretty southern researcher Karen Traynor, and their developing relationship further complicates and compromises his life.
Cast & Crew
Alan Alda
Joe Tynan
Lead
Barbara Harris
Ellie
Meryl Streep
Karen Traynor
Rip Torn
Senator Kittner
Melvyn Douglas
Senator Birney
Charles Kimbrough
Francis
Carrie Nye
Aldena Kittner
Michael Higgins
Senator Pardew
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Jerry Schatzberg's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Seduction of Joe Tynan is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
