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7.6/10   3,096 votes
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Director:
Buzz Kulik
Writers:
Gale Sayers (book) and
Al Silverman (book) ...
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Contact:
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Release Date:
30 November 1971 (USA) more
Genre:
Biography | Drama | Sport more
Tagline:
An inspiring true story of friendship and courage.
Plot:
Based on the real-life relationship between teammates Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers and the bond established when Piccolo discovers that he is dying. full summary | add synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for Golden Globe. Another 7 wins & 5 nominations more
NewsDesk:
Emmy-Winning Actor Jack Warden Dies at 85
 (From WENN. 21 July 2006)

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The Most Gut-Wrenching...... more

Cast

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Additional Details

Runtime:
73 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
1.33 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Mono
Certification:
UK:PG | USA:G | Singapore:PG
Filming Locations:
Chicago, Illinois, USA more

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
Gale Sayers wanted to play himself in the movie, but Bears training camp conflicted with the shooting. more
Goofs:
Continuity: When Piccolo is in the hospital and gets the pizza, the position of the Brown Derby can changes. more
Quotes:
Brian Piccolo: It's all so pointless, Gayle. I mean, I know perfectly well what's wrong with me. Gayle, I think I'm pregnant. more
Movie Connections:
Referenced in "Saturday Night Live: Rosario Dawson/Fleet Foxes (#34.13)" (2009) more

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The Most Gut-Wrenching......, 4 May 2001
Author: (modrock62@aol.com) from Bayonne, NJ

......emotional and tear-jerking movie ever made! Brian's Song will have you weeping and an emotional wreck regardless of how many times you see it! Simply put, the greatest TV movie ever made and some of the finest performances ever put on film. "Nuff said!

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