George Wallace
“Some wanted him president. Others wanted him stopped.”
Overview
George Wallace is a 1997 television film starring Gary Sinise as George Wallace, the former Governor of Alabama. It was directed by John Frankenheimer, who won an Emmy award for it; Sinise and Mare Winningham also won Emmies for their performances. The film was based on the 1996 biography Wallace : The Classic Portrait of Alabama Governor George Wallace by Marshall Frady, who also co-wrote the teleplay. Frankenheimer's film was highly praised by critics: in addition to the Emmy awards, it received the Golden Globe for Best Miniseries/Motion Picture made for TV. Angelina Jolie also received a Golden Globe for her performance as Wallace's second wife, Cornelia.
Top-billed cast
Crew
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Writers
- Paul Monash, Marshall Frady
- Producers
- Julian Krainin, Mark Carliner, John Frankenheimer
- Production
- Turner Network Television
Frequently asked questions
What is George Wallace rated?
George Wallace has an audience rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 16 votes.
Who directed George Wallace?
George Wallace was directed by John Frankenheimer.
When was George Wallace released?
George Wallace was released in 1997.
