Brian's Song (1971)

Movie · Drama, TV Movie · 1h 13m · Rated 7.3/10 on TMDB · Released November 30, 1971

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.

Directed by Buzz Kulik

Cast

• James Caan as Brian Piccolo
• Billy Dee Williams as Gale Sayers
• Jack Warden as Coach Halas
• Bernie Casey as J.C. Caroline
• Shelley Fabares as Joy Piccolo
• David Huddleston as Ed McCaskey
• Judy Pace as Linda Sayers
• Abe Gibron as Abe Gibron
• Jack Concannon as Jack Concannon
• Ed O'Bradovich as Ed O'Bradovich
• Harold 'Happy' Hairston as Veteran Player #1
• Ron Feinberg as Veteran Player #2

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