Carville: Winning Is Everything, Stupid

Oct 11, 2024

1h 38m

★ 6.2

Overview

From masterminding Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential win to his insurgent role in the 2024 race, Democratic strategist James Carville has been one of the most influential forces in modern political history. The “Ragin’ Cajun” looks back at his unlikely career and 30-year marriage to Republican consultant Mary Matalin. Featuring interviews with Bill Clinton, George Stephanopoulos and more.

Genres

Documentary

History

Production Companies

Altimeter Films

Foothill Productions

Greenwich Entertainment

Carville: Winning Is Everything, Stupid Trailers

Cast

Self

James Carville

Self (archive footage)

Bill Clinton

Self

George Stephanopoulos

Self

Donna Brazile

Self

Sidney Blumenthal

Self

Al Sharpton

Self

Al Hunt

Self

Mandy Grunwald

Self

Paul Begala

Self

Mitch Landrieu

Self (archive footage)

Joe Biden

Self

Mary Matalin

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