Special Olympics (1978)
Special Olympics is a 1978 tv movie movie directed by Lee Philips, with a running time of 1h 40m. It stars Charles Durning, Irene Tedrow and Mare Winningham.
A widowed father struggles to hold together his family of three teenagers, one of whom is intellectually challenged and enrolled in a state school for "special" children where he finds fulfillment in his love of sports, emulating his older, athletic brother.
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What is Special Olympics about?
A widowed father struggles to hold together his family of three teenagers, one of whom is intellectually challenged and enrolled in a state school for "special" children where he finds fulfillment in his love of sports, emulating his older, athletic brother.
When was Special Olympics released?
Special Olympics was released on 22 February 1978.
How long is Special Olympics?
Special Olympics runs 1h 40m.
Who made Special Olympics?
Special Olympics was directed by Lee Philips.
Where can I watch Special Olympics?
Special Olympics is available on Hoopla.
Where to watch Special Olympics
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Cast
- Charles Durning as Carl Gallitzin
- Irene Tedrow as Elmira Gallitzin
- Mare Winningham as Janice Gallitzin
- Philip Brown as Michael Gallitzin
- George Parry as Matthew 'Matt' Gallitzin
- Herb Edelman as Doug Ransom
- Debra Winger as Sherrie Hensley
- Constance McCashin as Trina Cunningham
- James Calvin Nelson as Dr. Brennaman
- Nat Simmons as Ron Burton
- Kevin Condit as Kevin
- Bruce Bliven as Bruce