Sunrise at Campobello
First aired on Sep 28, 1960
60%
Genres: Drama, History
The story of Franklin Roosevelt's bout with polio at age 40 in 1921 and how his family (and especially his wife Eleanor) cope with his illness. From being stricken while vacationing at Campobello to his triumphant nominating speech for Al Smith's presidency in 1924, the story follows the various influences on his life and his determination to recover.
Featured Cast: click image to view more
Ralph Bellamy | Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Greer Garson | Eleanor Roosevelt
Hume Cronyn | Louis Howe
Jean Hagen | Missy Le Hand
Ann Shoemaker | Sara Delano Roosevelt
Alan Bunce | Gov. Alfred E. Smith
Featured Crew
Vincent J. Donehue | Director
Dore Schary | Screenplay
Dore Schary | Story
Dore Schary | Producer
Walter Reilly | Associate Producer
Franz Waxman | Original Music Composer
