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Special Olympics

Special Olympics

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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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Special Olympics
  • Genres: TV Movie, Drama
  • Release Date: 1978-02-22
  • Runtime: 100 minutes
  • Rating: 6/10 (2 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Roger Gimbel Productions, EMI Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.9435
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Charles Durning

Charles Durning

as Carl Gallitzin

Irene Tedrow

Irene Tedrow

as Elmira Gallitzin

Mare Winningham

Mare Winningham

as Janice Gallitzin

Philip Brown

Philip Brown

as Michael Gallitzin

George Parry

George Parry

as Matthew 'Matt' Gallitzin

Herb Edelman

Herb Edelman

as Doug Ransom

Debra Winger

Debra Winger

as Sherrie Hensley

Constance McCashin

Constance McCashin

as Trina Cunningham

James Calvin Nelson

James Calvin Nelson

as Dr. Brennaman

Nat Simmons

Nat Simmons

as Ron Burton

Trailers & Clips

CBS Movies for Television February 1978 promo

External Links

Keywords

sportsdisabled childspecial olympicswidowersingle father

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Special Olympics?

Special Olympics is a TV Movie, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1978-02-22.

Who are the main actors in Special Olympics?

The main cast includes Charles Durning, Irene Tedrow, Mare Winningham, Philip Brown, George Parry, .

Where can I watch Special Olympics online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Special Olympics is available.

Is Special Olympics based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Special Olympics?

Special Olympics has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 2 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Special Olympics?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Special Olympics?

The soundtrack was composed by Roger Gimbel Productions, EMI Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Special Olympics filmed?

Special Olympics was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Special Olympics?

The total runtime of Special Olympics is 100 minutes.

Is Special Olympics suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Special Olympics?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Special Olympics.

Does Special Olympics have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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