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Did You Know - Time Limits

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Greer Garson’s acceptance speech for Best Actress is regarded as the longest in Oscar history. Clocking in at 5 minutes and 30 seconds, her speech prompted the Academy to institute a time limit on speeches.

In the photo James Cagney and Greer Garson show off their Oscars for Best Actor (YANKEE DOODLE DANDY) and Best Actress (MRS. MINIVER).

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