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Jenifer (2001)

| Drama | TV Movie 21 October 2001
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The triumphant true story of three sisters who unite in the face of adversity when one of them is diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.

Director:

Jace Alexander

Writers:

Valerie Estess (story), Geoffrey Nauffts (story) | 3 more credits »

Stars:

Laura San Giacomo, Jane Kaczmarek, Annabella Sciorra | See full cast & crew »
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Cast overview, first billed only:
Laura San Giacomo ... Jenifer Estess
Jane Kaczmarek ... Valerie Estess
Annabella Sciorra ... Meredith Estess
Jane Alexander ... Marilyn Estess
Maddie Corman ... Julianne Hoffenberg
Edie Falco ... Wheelchair Saleswoman
Donna Hanover ... Self
Camryn Manheim ... Nurse Vandemal
Julianna Margulies ... Jenifer's Psychiatrist
Rob Morrow ... Dr. Richard Feldman
Reed Rudy ... Scotty
Cedric Smith ... Dr. Richards
Vincent Spano ... Jack
Fisher Stevens ... Dr. Aaron Sanders
Marisa Tomei ... Nina Capelli
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The triumphant true story of three sisters who unite in the face of adversity when one of them is diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.

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One moment changed her life. This movie will change yours.

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Heart-warming with comedy
25 March 2002 | by kristie48 – See all my reviews

I saw this movie when it first aired and i have seen it many times. I watched the movie to see Julianna Margulies knowing she didn't have a big part and that i would change it after she came on. However, i couldn't bring myself to change the channel because it was to good and i wanted to see how it all played out in the end. And may i add it was great!! 10 out of 10
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Language:

English

Release Date:

21 October 2001 (USA) See more »

Also Known As:

The Jenifer Estess Story See more »

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Alliance Atlantis Communications, Canadian Television (CTV), Old Beantown Films See more »
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1.33 : 1
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