The Brass Ring
Synopsis
A mother afflicted with depression comes into conflict with own mother and children when she refuses to seek professional health care.
Top Cast
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Dina Merrill
Mother
Sylvia Sidney
Grandmother
Mike Miller
Taxi crony
April Lerman
Merle
Keith Reardon
Ron
Carrie Kei Heim
Diane
Tichina Arnold
Mary
Michael T.W.
Ricky
Dana Barron
Darlene
Lisa Esposito
Cheryl
Joe Ponazecki
Mr. Hall
Shirley Stoler
Marge
Clark Morgan
Oscar Hauser
Mary Alice
Mrs. Hauser
Donna Ingram-Young
Jean Hauser
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bob Balaban
- Screenplay & Story
- Jocelyn Riley
- Original Score
- Paul Baillargeon
- Original Title
- The Brass Ring
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- RKO Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bob Balaban
Jocelyn Riley
Paul Baillargeon
Steven Fierberg
Peter Hammer
Department Leadership Roster
Steven Fierberg
Director of Photography
Peter Hammer
Editor
Maureen Hogan
Costume Design
Bob Balaban
Director
Paul Baillargeon
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Brass Ring
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Brass Ring about?
A mother afflicted with depression comes into conflict with own mother and children when she refuses to seek professional health care.
Who directed The Brass Ring?
The Brass Ring was directed by Bob Balaban.
Who stars in The Brass Ring?
The principal cast of The Brass Ring includes Dina Merrill, Sylvia Sidney, Mike Miller, April Lerman, Keith Reardon.
When was The Brass Ring released and how long is it?
The Brass Ring was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for The Brass Ring?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Brass Ring was composed by Paul Baillargeon.
Is The Brass Ring based on a book or true story?
The Brass Ring is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jocelyn Riley".