It's Good to Be Alive
Originally released in 1974. It's Good to Be Alive is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Michael Landon.
Starring Paul Winfield, Louis Gossett Jr., and Ruby Dee
Synopsis
This movie details the struggles of former Brooklyn Dodger catcher Roy Campanella to adapt to life in a wheelchair following his crippling automobile accident in 1959. Cinematographer Ted Voigtlander was Emmy-nominated.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 22, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Paul Winfield
as Roy Campanella
Louis Gossett Jr.
as Sam Brockington
Ruby Dee
as Ruth Campanella
Ramon Bieri
as Walter O'Malley
Ketty Lester
as Roy Campanella's Mother
Julian Burton
as Dr. Rusk
Lloyd Gough
as Surgeon
Eric Scott Woods
as Roy Campanella as a Boy
Joe De Santis
as Roy Campanella's Father
Len Lesser
as Man at Accident
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metromedia Producers Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is It's Good to Be Alive about?
This movie details the struggles of former Brooklyn Dodger catcher Roy Campanella to adapt to life in a wheelchair following his crippling automobile accident in 1959. Cinematographer Ted Voigtland...
Who directed It's Good to Be Alive?
It's Good to Be Alive was directed by Michael Landon.
How long is It's Good to Be Alive?
It's Good to Be Alive has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was It's Good to Be Alive released?
It's Good to Be Alive was released on February 22, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in It's Good to Be Alive?
The main cast of It's Good to Be Alive includes Paul Winfield, Louis Gossett Jr., Ruby Dee, Ramon Bieri, Ketty Lester.