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On Giant's Shoulders

On Giant's Shoulders

DramaTV Movie
March 28, 19791h 31m9.0 / 10
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.

Director
A
Anthony Simmons
Production
BBC
Cast
Judi Dench
Judi DenchHazel Wiles
Bryan Pringle
Bryan PringleLen Wiles
T
Terry WilesHimself
Hilda Braid
Hilda BraidSister Page
Barbara Young
Barbara YoungTeacher at hospital
Tim Wylton
Tim WyltonLen Curry