Magnificent Doll

The story

While packing her belongings in preparation of evacuating the White House because of the impending British invasion of Washington D.C., Dolly Payne Madison thinks back on her childhood, her first marriage, and later romances with two very different politicians, Aaron Burr and his good friend James Madison. She plays each against the other, not only for romantic reasons, but also to influence the shaping of the young country. By manipulating Burr's affections, she helps Thomas Jefferson win the presidency, and eventually she becomes First Lady of the land herself.

Cast & crew

Ginger RogersDolly Madison

David NivenAaron Burr

Burgess MeredithJames Madison

Peggy WoodMrs. Payne

Stephen McNallyJohn Todd

Robert BarratMr. Payne

Grandon Rhodes

Grandon RhodesThomas Jefferson

Frances E. WilliamsAmy

Henri LetondalCount D'Arignon

Joseph ForteSenator Ainsworth (uncredited)

Erville AldersonDarcy (uncredited)

Lois Austin

Lois AustinGrace Phillips (uncredited)