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.
Directed by Frank Borzage
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Cast

Ginger Rogers
Dolly Madison

David Niven
Aaron Burr

Burgess Meredith
James Madison

Peggy Wood
Mrs. Payne

Stephen McNally
John Todd

Robert Barrat
Mr. Payne
Grandon Rhodes
Thomas Jefferson

Frances E. Williams
Amy

Henri Letondal
Count D'Arignon

Joseph Forte
Senator Ainsworth (uncredited)

Erville Alderson
Darcy (uncredited)
Lois Austin
Grace Phillips (uncredited)

George Barrows
Jedson (uncredited)

Larry J. Blake
Charles (uncredited)
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