Brian's Song

Nan
1h 13m
1971
7.2 /10 (89)

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.

Country : United States of America
Languages : English
Released Date: 1971-11-30

Top Billed Cast

James Caan

Brian Piccolo

Billy Dee Williams

Gale Sayers

Jack Warden

Coach Halas

Bernie Casey

J.C. Caroline

Shelley Fabares

Joy Piccolo

David Huddleston

Ed McCaskey

Judy Pace

Linda Sayers

Abe Gibron

Abe Gibron

Jack Concannon

Jack Concannon

Ed O'Bradovich

Ed O'Bradovich

Harold 'Happy' Hairston

Veteran Player #1

Ron Feinberg

Veteran Player #2

Ji-Tu Cumbuka

Roommate

Jim Boeke

Veteran Player #3

Larry Delaney

Dr. Fox

Stephen Coit

Mr. Eberle

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