The Miracle Worker
“Television adaptation of the William Gibson classic.”
Overview
The true story of Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan, a gripping battle to overcome impossible obstacles and the struggle to communicate. As a young girl, Helen Keller is stricken with scarlet fever. The illness leaves her blind, mute, and deaf. Sealed off from the world, Helen cannot communicate with anyone, nor anyone with her. Often frustrated and desperate, Helen flies into uncontrollable rages and tantrums that terrify her hopeless family. The gifted teacher Annie Sullivan is summoned by the family to help the girl understand the world from which she is isolated, freeing Helen Keller from her internal prison forever. Television remake of the 1962 film which also starred Patty Duke in the role of Helen Keller.
Top-billed cast
- DDiana Muldaur
- BByron Green
- SStanley Wells
- AAnne Seymour
- HHilda Haynes
- JJonathan Gilbert
- PPatty Duke
- JJames Lee Canady
- TTitos Vandis
- NNoniece Williams
Crew
- Director
- Paul Aaron
- Writers
- William Gibson, Helen Keller
- Producers
- Sandy Gallin, Fred Coe, Raymond Katz
- Production
- Half-Pint Productions, NBC
Frequently asked questions
What is The Miracle Worker rated?
The Miracle Worker has an audience rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 19 votes.
Who directed The Miracle Worker?
The Miracle Worker was directed by Paul Aaron.
When was The Miracle Worker released?
The Miracle Worker was released in 1979.
