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Maurie

"MAURIE is an unforgettable man. MAURIE is an unforgettable picture."

1973

1h 53m

7.0(0 votes)

Drama

Overview

When an African-American basketball star suffers sudden paralysis, his white friend and teammate assists in his rehabilitation.

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Cast & Crew

18 members

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Bernie Casey

Maurice Stokes

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Bo Svenson

Jack Twyman

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Janet MacLachlan

Dorothy Parsons

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Stephanie Edwards

Carol Twyman

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Paulene Myers

Rosie Sanders

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Bill Walker

Mr. Stokes

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Maidie Norman

Mrs. Stokes

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Ji-Tu Cumbuka

Oscar Robertson

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Tol Avery

Milton Kutsher

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Curt Conway

Dr. Stewart

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Chris Schenkel

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Herbie Kaye

Sid

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William Hauser

Dr. Sloan

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Lorie Busk

Lida Twyman

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Ivan Wideman

Jay Twyman

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Peter Leeds

First Announcer

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Bob Hastings

Second Announcer

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Edward Crawford

Maurice's Brother

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