On Giant's Shoulders
Originally released in 1979. On Giant's Shoulders is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Anthony Simmons.
Starring Judi Dench, Bryan Pringle, and Terry Wiles
Synopsis
The true story of Terry Wiles, born with no limbs in 1962 as a result of his mother's use of the drug thalidomide. This film tells the story of his childhood and adoption by the couple Len and Hazel Wiles who live on a remote farm, and the subsequent challenges and resistance to give Terry a 'normal' life.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 28, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is On Giant's Shoulders about?
The true story of Terry Wiles, born with no limbs in 1962 as a result of his mother's use of the drug thalidomide. This film tells the story of his childhood and adoption by the couple Len and Haze...
Who directed On Giant's Shoulders?
On Giant's Shoulders was directed by Anthony Simmons.
How long is On Giant's Shoulders?
On Giant's Shoulders has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was On Giant's Shoulders released?
On Giant's Shoulders was released on March 28, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in On Giant's Shoulders?
The main cast of On Giant's Shoulders includes Judi Dench, Bryan Pringle, Terry Wiles, Hilda Braid, Barbara Young.