Brian's Song
Synopsis
Based on the real-life relationship between teammates Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers and the bond established when Piccolo discovers that he is dying.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-04-29
Top Cast
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James Caan
Brian Piccolo
Billy Dee Williams
Gale Sayers
Jack Warden
Coach Halas
Bernie Casey
J.C. Caroline
Shelley Fabares
Joy Piccolo
David Huddleston
Ed McCaskey
Judy Pace
Linda Sayers
Abe Gibron
Abe Gibron
Jack Concannon
Jack Concannon
Ed O'Bradovich
Ed O'Bradovich
Harold 'Happy' Hairston
Veteran Player #1
Ron Feinberg
Veteran Player #2
Ji-Tu Cumbuka
Roommate
Jim Boeke
Veteran Player #3
Larry Delaney
Dr. Fox
Stephen Coit
Mr. Eberle
Doreen Lang
Nurse #1
Jennifer Kulik
Nurse #2
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Buzz Kulik
- Screenplay & Story
- William Blinn, Gale Sayers, Al Silverman
- Original Score
- Michel Legrand
- Original Title
- Brian's Song
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 13m
- Production Studios
- Screen Gems Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Buzz Kulik
William Blinn, Gale Sayers, Al Silverman
Michel Legrand
Joseph F. Biroc
Bud S. Isaacs
Paul Junger Witt
Department Leadership Roster
Buzz Kulik
Director
William Blinn
Writer
Michel Legrand
Original Music Composer
Paul Junger Witt
Producer
Bud S. Isaacs
Editor
Joseph F. Biroc
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brian's Song
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What is Brian's Song about?
Based on the real-life relationship between teammates Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers and the bond established when Piccolo discovers that he is dying.
Who directed Brian's Song?
Brian's Song was directed by Buzz Kulik.
Who stars in Brian's Song?
The principal cast of Brian's Song includes James Caan, Billy Dee Williams, Jack Warden, Bernie Casey, Shelley Fabares.
When was Brian's Song released and how long is it?
Brian's Song was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 13m.
Who composed the musical score for Brian's Song?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Brian's Song was composed by Michel Legrand.
Is Brian's Song based on a book or true story?
Brian's Song is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Gale Sayers", Book: "Al Silverman".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Brian's Song?
Brian's Song holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).