On Giant's Shoulders
Synopsis
The true story of Terry Wiles, born with no limbs in 1962 as a result of his mother's use of the drug thalidomide. This film tells the story of his childhood and adoption by the couple Len and Hazel Wiles who live on a remote farm, and the subsequent challenges and resistance to give Terry a 'normal' life.
Top Cast
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Judi Dench
Hazel Wiles
Bryan Pringle
Len Wiles
Terry Wiles
Himself
Hilda Braid
Sister Page
Barbara Young
Teacher at hospital
Tim Wylton
Len Curry
Tony Church
Hospital administrator
Anthony Heaton
Limb technician
Anna Wing
Mrs. Proctor
Jean Rimmer
Miss Hudson
Frank Barrie
Solicitor
Charles West
Judge
Annabel Leventon
Journalist
Barbara Keogh
Café cashier
Elizabeth Hunt
Customer
Sally Watkins
Washer-up
Maria St. Clare
Girl at Nurseries
Elizabeth Morgan
Registrar
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anthony Simmons
- Screenplay & Story
- Anthony Simmons, Marjorie Wallace, William Humble, Michael Robson
- Original Title
- On Giant's Shoulders
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Simmons
Anthony Simmons, Marjorie Wallace, William Humble, Michael Robson
Dan Rae
Department Leadership Roster
Dan Rae
Editor
Amy Roberts
Costume Design
Anthony Simmons
Director
Raymond Cusick
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About On Giant's Shoulders
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What is On Giant's Shoulders about?
The true story of Terry Wiles, born with no limbs in 1962 as a result of his mother's use of the drug thalidomide. This film tells the story of his childhood and adoption by the couple Len and Hazel Wiles who live on a remote farm, and the subsequent challenges and resistance to give Terry a 'normal' life.
Who directed On Giant's Shoulders?
On Giant's Shoulders was directed by Anthony Simmons.
Who stars in On Giant's Shoulders?
The principal cast of On Giant's Shoulders includes Judi Dench, Bryan Pringle, Terry Wiles, Hilda Braid, Barbara Young.
When was On Giant's Shoulders released and how long is it?
On Giant's Shoulders was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Is On Giant's Shoulders based on a book or true story?
On Giant's Shoulders is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Marjorie Wallace", Book: "Michael Robson".