Brian's Song
Drama
TV Movie
Based on the real-life relationship between teammates Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers and the bond established when Piccolo discovers that he is dying.
1971-11-30
en
Cast
Director
Buzz Kulik
James Caan as Brian Piccolo
Billy Dee Williams as Gale Sayers
Jack Warden as Coach Halas
Bernie Casey as J.C. Caroline
Shelley Fabares as Joy Piccolo
David Huddleston as Ed McCaskey
Judy Pace as Linda Sayers
Ron Feinberg as Veteran Player #2
Ji-Tu Cumbuka as Roommate
Doreen Lang as Nurse #1
Stu Nahan as Speaker
Mario Machado as Reporter #1
Dick Butkus as Dick Butkus (uncredited)
Mike Ditka as Mike Ditka (archive footage) (uncredited)