First, You Cry
“Every woman's nightmare, one woman's triumph.”
Synopsis
The story of television news correspondent Betty Rollin and her battle with breast cancer, and how her subsequent mastectomy changed her marriage, her philosophy and her entire life.
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Mary Tyler Moore
Betty Rollin
Anthony Perkins
Arthur Heroz
Jennifer Warren
Erica Wells
Richard Dysart
Dr. Brennerman
Don Johnson
Daniel Easton
Florence Eldridge
Mrs. Rollin
Patricia Barry
Anne
Antoinette Bower
Marsha
James A. Watson, Jr
Cal Connors
Richard Crenna
David Towers
Donald Bishop
Dr. Sanford Elby
Robin Rose
Robin
William Lanteau
Notions Clerk
Vivi Janiss
Martha
Carole Hemingway
Interviewer
Sari Price
Correspondent
Eda Reiss Merin
Saleswoman
Leigh Hamilton
Party Guest
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Schaefer
- Screenplay & Story
- Carmen Culver, Betty Rollin
- Original Score
- Peter Matz
- Original Title
- First, You Cry
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Company Four, MTM Enterprises
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Schaefer
Carmen Culver, Betty Rollin
Peter Matz
Edward R. Brown
James Galloway
Philip Barry Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
George Schaefer
Director
Carmen Culver
Writer
Edward R. Brown
Director of Photography
Philip Barry Jr.
Producer
James Galloway
Editor
Peter Matz
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About First, You Cry
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is First, You Cry about?
The story of television news correspondent Betty Rollin and her battle with breast cancer, and how her subsequent mastectomy changed her marriage, her philosophy and her entire life.
Who directed First, You Cry?
First, You Cry was directed by George Schaefer.
Who stars in First, You Cry?
The principal cast of First, You Cry includes Mary Tyler Moore, Anthony Perkins, Jennifer Warren, Richard Dysart, Don Johnson.
When was First, You Cry released and how long is it?
First, You Cry was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for First, You Cry?
The original motion picture soundtrack for First, You Cry was composed by Peter Matz.
Is First, You Cry based on a book or true story?
First, You Cry is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Betty Rollin".
What is the age rating and content advisory for First, You Cry?
First, You Cry holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).