Love Leads the Way: A True Story
Synopsis
Based on the true story of Morris Frank and the first U.S. Seeing Eye Dog, Buddy.
Top Cast
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Timothy Bottoms
Morris Frank
Ernest Borgnine
Sen. Brighton
Susan Dey
Beth
Glynnis O'Connor
Lois
Richard Speight Jr.
Jimmy
Arthur Hill
Mr. Frank
Patricia Neal
Mrs. Frank
Eva Marie Saint
Mrs. Eustes
Bill Ewin
Emmett (the postman)
Ralph Bellamy
Sen. Christi
George D. Wallace
Blind Institute Director
Michael Anderson Jr.
Hank
Stephen Young
Mike McShane
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 7, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Delbert Mann
- Original Score
- Fred Karlin
- Original Title
- Love Leads the Way: A True Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- A Jimmy Hawkins/David Permut Production, Walt Disney Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Delbert Mann
Fred Karlin
Gary Graver
Department Leadership Roster
Delbert Mann
Director
Gary Graver
Director of Photography
Fred Karlin
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Love Leads the Way: A True Story
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Love Leads the Way: A True Story about?
Based on the true story of Morris Frank and the first U.S. Seeing Eye Dog, Buddy.
Who directed Love Leads the Way: A True Story?
Love Leads the Way: A True Story was directed by Delbert Mann.
Who stars in Love Leads the Way: A True Story?
The principal cast of Love Leads the Way: A True Story includes Timothy Bottoms, Ernest Borgnine, Susan Dey, Glynnis O'Connor, Richard Speight Jr..
When was Love Leads the Way: A True Story released and how long is it?
Love Leads the Way: A True Story was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Love Leads the Way: A True Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Love Leads the Way: A True Story was composed by Fred Karlin.