Dummy
Originally released in 1979. Dummy is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Frank Perry.
Starring LeVar Burton, Paul Sorvino, and Brian Dennehy
Synopsis
The real-life account of an illiterate, deaf-and-mute, black youth who was accused of murdering a prostitute, and the relationship that developed between him and his court-appointed attorney, who also was deaf, and the events leading up to his precedent-setting trial.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 27, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
8.5/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Television
- The Königsberg Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dummy about?
The real-life account of an illiterate, deaf-and-mute, black youth who was accused of murdering a prostitute, and the relationship that developed between him and his court-appointed attorney, who a...
Who directed Dummy?
Dummy was directed by Frank Perry.
How long is Dummy?
Dummy has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Dummy released?
Dummy was released on May 27, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dummy?
The main cast of Dummy includes LeVar Burton, Paul Sorvino, Brian Dennehy, Rose Gregorio, Gregg Henry.