IMDb >
The Miracle Worker (1979) (TV)
Watch It
Buy it at Amazon
Rent it at blockbuster.com
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
BETA
Discuss in Boards More at IMDb Pro Add to My Movies Update Data
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotesOverview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv scheduleAwards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage boardPlot & Quotes
plot summaryplot synopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotesFun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQOther Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDeskPromotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo galleryExternal Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clipsThe Miracle Worker (1979) (TV) More at IMDbPro »
Overview
User Rating:
Release Date:
14 October 1979 (USA) morePlot:
Young Helen Keller, blind, deaf, and mute since infancy, is in danger of being sent to an institution... more | add synopsisAwards:
Nominated for Golden Globe. Another 3 wins & 4 nominations moreUser Comments:
This film version has been underrated by some. moreCast
(Complete credited cast) | Patty Duke | ... | Anne Sullivan |
 | Diana Muldaur | ... | Kate Keller |
| Charles Siebert | ... | Captain Keller |
| Anne Seymour | ... | Aunt Ev |
| Stanley Wells | ... | James Keller |
 | Melissa Gilbert | ... | Helen Keller |
| Hilda Haynes | ... | Viney |
| Titos Vandis | ... | Anagnos |
| Byron Green | ... | Percy |
| Noniece Williams | ... | Martha |
| Jonathan Gilbert | ... | Jimmy |
| James Lee Canady | ... | Servant |
Additional Details
Parents Guide:
Add content advisory for parentsRuntime:
98 minCountry:
USALanguage:
EnglishColor:
ColorAspect Ratio:
1.33 : 1 moreSound Mix:
MonoFun Stuff
Trivia:
The original Broadway production of "The Miracle Worker" opened at the Playhouse Theater on October 19, 1959, ran for 719 performances and won the 1960 Tony Award for the Best Play. Anne Bancroft (winner of the 1960 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play) and Patty Duke recreated their stage roles in the movie. William Gibson wrote the teleplay, the stage play and the screenplay. moreFAQ
This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.more
Message Boards
Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for The Miracle Worker (1979) (TV)| Recent Posts (updated daily) | User |
|---|---|
| Jimmie Sullivan? | Musical_Fanatic |
| I love this movie! | PrincessRhea |
Recommendations
If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
Show more recommendations
|
|
|
|
|
| The Miracle Worker | The Miracle Worker | Black | Wait Until Dark | The Quiet |
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
IMDb User Rating:
|
Related Links
| Full cast and crew | Company credits | External reviews |
| IMDb Drama section | IMDb USA section | Add this title to MyMovies |
I really loved this film, and miss seeing it. It would be wonderful to see it on television and on video. While I agree that Melissa's hair may have been a bit too long, it certainly accentuated the wild look Helen must have had, especially when she struggled against Annie.
It's easy to make comparisons between originals and remakes. I've done it. But, in all fairness, a remake should be viewed with as open a mind as possible. Patty and Melissa both showed great strength and endurance in the "wrestling" scenes. It couldn't have been easy. Anyway, I have always loved the story of Helen Keller, and try not to miss an opportunity to see anything about her. Please try to bring it back, for us. Thanks.