Movie

On Giant's Shoulders

(en)

1979

1h31m

On Giant's Shoulders

Drama

TV Movie

Overview: 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.

Status: Released

Release date: March 28, 1979

Countries of origin: United Kingdom,

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Production company:
  • BBC

Top Cast

Judi Dench

Judi Dench

as Hazel Wiles

Bryan Pringle

Bryan Pringle

as Len Wiles

Terry Wiles

Terry Wiles

as Himself

Hilda Braid

Hilda Braid

as Sister Page

Barbara Young

Barbara Young

as Teacher at hosp...

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