Overview

Documentary about personal life of Herbert Hoover's and his governmental career, profiles the former head of state's political philosophy, memorable election campaigns, Great Depression policies and more. Through interviews with scholars such as David Kennedy, Robert Reich and Tim Egan, this biography sheds new light on the underappreciated president's difficult tenure and enduring legacy.

Top Cast

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Harry Smith

Self - Narrator (voice)

Herbert Hoover

Self (archive footage)

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George H. Nash

Self

Calvin Coolidge

Self (archive footage)

Robert Reich

Self

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Timothy Walch

Self

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Timothy Egan

Self

Jonathan Alter

Self