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Eric (1975)

Movie ★ 9.0 94 min

Drama

The disease: incurable. The odds: insurmountable. But Eric will not surrender! An unforgettable true drama of a young man's fight for hope, for love, for life. A two-hour special adapted from Doris Lund's best-seller "Eric."

James Goldstone Director

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Quick facts

Released
November 10, 1975
Runtime
94 min
IMDb
tt0072945
Country
United States
Language
English
Studio
Lorimar Telepictures, Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions

Themes

Cast

Patricia Neal Patricia Neal Lois Swensen Claude Akins Claude Akins Stanley 'Stan' Swenson Sian Barbara Allen Sian Barbara Allen Marilyn Porter Mark Hamill Mark Hamill Paul Swensen Nehemiah Persoff Nehemiah Persoff Dr. Duchesnes John Savage John Savage Eric Swensen

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Frequently asked questions

What is Eric about?
The disease: incurable. The odds: insurmountable. But Eric will not surrender! An unforgettable true drama of a young man's fight for hope, for love, for life. A two-hour special adapted from Doris Lund's best-seller "Eric."
Who directed Eric?
Eric was directed by James Goldstone.
Who stars in Eric?
Eric stars Patricia Neal, Claude Akins, Sian Barbara Allen, Mark Hamill.
When was Eric released?
Eric is a 1975 drama film.
Where can I watch Eric?
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