Sunrise at Campobello

Overview

The story of Franklin Roosevelt's bout with polio at age 40 in 1921 and how his family (and especially his wife Eleanor) cope with his illness. From being stricken while vacationing at Campobello to his triumphant nominating speech for Al Smith's presidency in 1924, the story follows the various influences on his life and his determination to recover.

Details

Cast

Ralph Bellamy

Franklin Delano Roosevelt

Greer Garson

Eleanor Roosevelt

Hume Cronyn

Louis Howe

Jean Hagen

Missy Le Hand

Ann Shoemaker

Sara Delano Roosevelt

Alan Bunce

Gov. Alfred E. Smith

Tim Considine

James Roosevelt

Zina Bethune

Anna Roosevelt

Frank Ferguson

Dr. Bennett

Pat Close

Elliott Roosevelt

David White

Mr. Lassiter

Pete Kellett

Policeman

Al McGranary

Sen. Walsh

Robin Warga

Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr.

Tom Carty

Johnny Roosevelt

Lyle Talbot

Mr. Brimmer

Walter Sande

Capt. Skinner

Janine Grandel

Marie the Housekeeper

Otis Greene

Edward the House Butler

Ivan Browning

Charles the Butler