Best Original Screenplay1973 Film Fan Awards45th Academy Awards
Best Original Screenplay Nominee
The Candidate (1972)
Nominated Talent & Credits
Jeremy Larner— Jeremy Larner
Synopsis / Overview
Bill McKay is a candidate for the U.S. Senate from California. He has no hope of winning, so he is willing to tweak the establishment.
Historical Academy Record
WRITING (Story and Screenplay--based on factual material or material not previously published or produced) — 45th Academy Awards (1973)
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