Movie

The Sweetest Gift

★ 5.7(3)19981h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Stuart Margolin
Release date: 1998-02-28
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: German
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Temple Street Productions

The Sweetest Gift — trailer

About The Sweetest Gift

The Sweetest Gift is a 1998 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Stuart Margolin, starring Helen Shaver, Diahann Carroll and Tisha Campbell. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 3 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Sweetest Gift in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Two neighboring families in Florida, one black and one white, struggle with the problems of race, poverty, prejudice, and absent fathers, as their children become friends over the course of one summer and fall.

Cast

Helen Shaver

Mrs. Martin

Diahann Carroll

Mrs. Wilson

Tisha Campbell

Ruby Wilson

Kristin Fairlie

Kate Martin

Dylan Provencher

Justin Martin

Marc Donato

Chip Martin

Brent Meyer

Luther

William S. Taylor

Mr. Wilson

Maurice Dean Wint

Booker

R.D. Reid

Mr. Tate

Steve Pernie

George

Tony Craig

Bubba

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Sweetest Gift in South Africa?+

The Sweetest Gift is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Sweetest Gift on Netflix?+

The Sweetest Gift is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Sweetest Gift?+

The Sweetest Gift has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in The Sweetest Gift?+

The Sweetest Gift stars Helen Shaver, Diahann Carroll, Tisha Campbell, Kristin Fairlie and Dylan Provencher.

When did The Sweetest Gift come out?+

The Sweetest Gift is a 1998 movie directed by Stuart Margolin.

What genre is The Sweetest Gift?+

The Sweetest Gift is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Sweetest Gift?+

The Sweetest Gift was directed by Stuart Margolin.