The Marva Collins Story
Cicely Tyson was Emmy-nominated as Outstanding Actress for her portrait of a Chicago schoolteacher whose remarkable achievements with black children labelled "unteachable" were spotlighted in a 1979 "60 Minutes" segment about how she became disillusioned with the traditional school system and decided to work outside of it, transforming her students into young scholars through her unique teaching style.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Marva Collins Story
- Genres: Drama, TV Movie, History
- Release Date: 1981-12-01
- Runtime: 100 minutes
- Rating: 7.4/10 (6 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, NRW Features
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.1287
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Cicely Tyson
as Marva Collins
Morgan Freeman
as Clarence Collins
Rodrick F. Wimberly
as Martin Luther Jones (as Roderick Wimberly)
Mashaune Hardy
as Cindy Collins
Brett Bouldin
as Patrick Collins
Samuel Muhammad Jr.
as Eric Collins
Dianne Kirksey
as Cynthia Rawls
Steven Williams
as McCloud
Frankie Hill
as Ida Banbower
Charlie Brown
as Chester Boland
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Trailers & Clips
Preview Clip: The Marva Collins Story (1981, Cicely Tyson, Morgan Freeman, Rodrick F. Wimberly)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Marva Collins Story?▼
The Marva Collins Story is a Drama, TV Movie, History movie directed by . It was released on 1981-12-01.
Who are the main actors in The Marva Collins Story?▼
The main cast includes Cicely Tyson, Morgan Freeman, Rodrick F. Wimberly, Mashaune Hardy, Brett Bouldin, .
Where can I watch The Marva Collins Story online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Marva Collins Story is available.
Is The Marva Collins Story based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Marva Collins Story?▼
The Marva Collins Story has an IMDb rating of 7.4/10 based on 6 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Marva Collins Story?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Marva Collins Story?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions, NRW Features. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Marva Collins Story filmed?▼
The Marva Collins Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Marva Collins Story?▼
The total runtime of The Marva Collins Story is 100 minutes.
Is The Marva Collins Story suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Marva Collins Story?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Marva Collins Story.
Does The Marva Collins Story have a post-credit scene?▼
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