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Brian's Song
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Title: Brian's Song

Release Date: 30 Nov 1971

Runtime: 1h 13m

Genre: Drama, TV Movie

Director: Screen Gems Television

Production Companies: Screen Gems Television

Overview: Based on the real-life relationship between teammates Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers and the bond established when Piccolo discovers that he is dying.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.2 (85 votes)

Cast

  • Brian Piccolo: James Caan
  • Gale Sayers: Billy Dee Williams
  • Coach Halas: Jack Warden
  • J.C. Caroline: Bernie Casey
  • Joy Piccolo: Shelley Fabares
  • Ed McCaskey: David Huddleston
  • Linda Sayers: Judy Pace
  • Abe Gibron: Abe Gibron
  • Jack Concannon: Jack Concannon
  • Ed O'Bradovich: Ed O'Bradovich
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