The Seduction of Joe Tynan — Official Trailer

Synopsis

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

Directed by Jerry Schatzberg

• Alan Alda
  as Joe Tynan
• Barbara Harris
  as Ellie
• Meryl Streep
  as Karen Traynor
• Rip Torn
  as Senator Kittner
• Melvyn Douglas
  as Senator Birney
• Charles Kimbrough
  as Francis

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