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Brian's Song
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Brian's Song

Tue, Nov 30, 1971
  • Drama
  • TV Movie
Film · Synopsis

Synopsis

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

Trailer

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Release windows

When & where

US
  • TVTue, Nov 30, 1971ABC
GB
  • In CinemasTue, Nov 30, 1971
DE
  • TVMon, Jun 8, 1992
JP
  • TVSat, Aug 25, 1979
Where to watch

Streaming TBA

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Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • James Caan
    James Caan
    as Brian Piccolo
  • Billy Dee Williams
    Billy Dee Williams
    as Gale Sayers
  • Jack Warden
    Jack Warden
    as Coach Halas
  • Bernie Casey
    Bernie Casey
    as J.C. Caroline
  • Shelley Fabares
    Shelley Fabares
    as Joy Piccolo
  • David Huddleston
    David Huddleston
    as Ed McCaskey
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