David's Mother
Synopsis
Sally Goodson has been raising her autistic son David alone since her husband left many years ago. Now a social worker discovers that Sally has been dodging 'The System' to keep her son with her, instead of putting him in an institution. Each feels they know what's best for David. But their opinions are not the same. Sally's developing relationship with John Nils is caught in the middle.
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Kirstie Alley
Sally Goodson
Sam Waterston
John Nils
Stockard Channing
Bea
Michael A. Goorjian
David Goodson
Chris Sarandon
Philip
Phylicia Rashād
Gladys Johnson
Jack Duffy
Doorman
Amanda Blitz
Susan (10-12 years)
Steven Ivany
David (5-9 years)
Blake Dennis
David (5-9 years double)
Caroline Yeager
Social Worker
Renessa Blitz
Susan (8 years)
Bob Zidel
Stephen
Nicole Greenspan
Justine
Kazuya Takahashi
Waiter
Marcell Rosenblatt
Mother
Zoe Taleporos
Girl
Joe Posca
Puerto Rican Boy
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 10, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Allan Ackerman
- Screenplay & Story
- Bob Randall
- Original Score
- David Mansfield
- Original Title
- David's Mother
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Allan Ackerman
Bob Randall
David Mansfield
Walt Lloyd
Susan B. Browdy
Julian Marks, Bob Randall, Jennifer Alward
Department Leadership Roster
Bob Randall
Writer
Robert Allan Ackerman
Director
Walt Lloyd
Director of Photography
Tony Hall
Production Design
Julian Marks
Producer
David Mansfield
Original Music Composer
Susan B. Browdy
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About David's Mother
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is David's Mother about?
Sally Goodson has been raising her autistic son David alone since her husband left many years ago. Now a social worker discovers that Sally has been dodging 'The System' to keep her son with her, instead of putting him in an institution. Each feels they know what's best for David. But their opinions are not the same. Sally's developing relationship with John Nils is caught in the middle.
Who directed David's Mother?
David's Mother was directed by Robert Allan Ackerman.
Who stars in David's Mother?
The principal cast of David's Mother includes Kirstie Alley, Sam Waterston, Stockard Channing, Michael A. Goorjian, Chris Sarandon.
When was David's Mother released and how long is it?
David's Mother was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for David's Mother?
The original motion picture soundtrack for David's Mother was composed by David Mansfield.