Movie

On Giant's Shoulders

★ 9.0(1)19791h 31m

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Good to know

Director: Anthony Simmons
Release date: 1979-03-28
Runtime: 1h 31m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About On Giant's Shoulders

On Giant's Shoulders is a 1979 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Anthony Simmons, starring Judi Dench, Bryan Pringle and Terry Wiles. It has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes. It holds an average rating of 9.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch On Giant's Shoulders in Netherlands — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Judi Dench

Hazel Wiles

Bryan Pringle

Len Wiles

Terry Wiles

Himself

Hilda Braid

Sister Page

Barbara Young

Teacher at hospital

Tim Wylton

Len Curry

Tony Church

Hospital administrator

Anthony Heaton

Limb technician

Anna Wing

Mrs. Proctor

Jean Rimmer

Miss Hudson

Frank Barrie

Solicitor

Charles West

Judge

Themes & keywords

based on true story

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch On Giant's Shoulders in Netherlands?+

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Is On Giant's Shoulders on Netflix?+

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How long is On Giant's Shoulders?+

On Giant's Shoulders has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

Who stars in On Giant's Shoulders?+

On Giant's Shoulders stars Judi Dench, Bryan Pringle, Terry Wiles, Hilda Braid and Barbara Young.

When did On Giant's Shoulders come out?+

On Giant's Shoulders is a 1979 movie directed by Anthony Simmons.

What genre is On Giant's Shoulders?+

On Giant's Shoulders is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed On Giant's Shoulders?+

On Giant's Shoulders was directed by Anthony Simmons.