1940 Florida gubernatorial election

The 1940 Florida gubernatorial election was held on November 5, 1940. Incumbent Governor Fred P. Cone was term-limited. Democratic nominee Spessard Holland was elected unopposed.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on May 7, 1940, with the Democratic runoff held on May 28, 1940.

Candidates

 * Spessard Holland, Democratic

There was no Republican candidate.