
The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon
Synopsis
Teleplay adaptation of Daniel Keyes' noted short story “Flowers for Algernon,” about a gentle, disabled young man who undergoes a highly experimental treatment to increase his mental capacity.
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February 22, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fielder Cook
- Screenplay & Story
- James Yaffe, Daniel Keyes
- Original Title
- The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fielder Cook
James Yaffe, Daniel Keyes
Department Leadership Roster
Fielder Cook
Director
James Yaffe
Writer
Daniel Keyes
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon about?
Teleplay adaptation of Daniel Keyes' noted short story “Flowers for Algernon,” about a gentle, disabled young man who undergoes a highly experimental treatment to increase his mental capacity.
Who directed The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon?
The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon was directed by Fielder Cook.
Who stars in The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon?
The principal cast of The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon includes Cliff Robertson, Mona Freeman, Maxwell Shaw, Joanna Roos, Gerald S. O'Loughlin.
When was The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon released and how long is it?
The Two Worlds of Charlie Gordon was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 52m.
