A Child Is Waiting
First aired on Feb 13, 1963
Runtime: 102mins
70%
Genres: Drama
Dr. Matthew Clark is the head of a state institution for intellectually disabled children. Jean Hansen, a former music teacher anxious to give her life some meaning, joins the staff of the hospital. Jean, who tries to shelter the children with her love, suspiciously regards Dr. Clark's stern training methods. She becomes emotionally involved with 12-year-old Reuben Widdicombe, who has been abandoned by his divorced parents.
Featured Cast: click image to view more
Burt Lancaster | Matthew Clark
Judy Garland | Jean Hansen
Gena Rowlands | Sophie Widdicombe Benham
Steven Hill | Ted Widdicombe
Paul Stewart | Goodman
Gloria McGehee | Mattie
Featured Crew
John Cassavetes | Director
Stanley Kramer | Producer
Abby Mann | Writer
Lindsley Parsons Jr. | Assistant Director
Charles F. Wheeler | Camera Operator
Nate H. Edwards | Production Manager
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