Two of a Kind (1982 film)
1982 television film featuring George Burns
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Two of a Kind is a 1982 TV movie featuring George Burns as the grandfather of a 21-year-old man with an intellectual disability played by Robby Benson.[1]
| Two of a Kind | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Drama |
| Written by | James Sadwith |
| Directed by | Roger Young |
| Starring | George Burns Robbie Benson |
| Music by | James Di Pasquale |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| Production | |
| Cinematography | Edward R. Brown |
| Editor | Mike Wilcox |
| Running time | 102 minutes |
| Production company | Lorimar Productions |
| Original release | |
| Network | CBS |
| Release | October 9, 1982 |
Cast
Source:[1]
- George Burns as Ross 'Boppy' Minor
- Robby Benson as Noel 'Nolie' Minor
- Barbara Barrie as Dottie Minor
- Cliff Robertson as Frank Minor
- Frances Lee McCain as Nurse Mary
- Geri Jewell as Irene
- Ronny Cox as Ted Hahn
- Peggy McCay as Nurse Harris
- Justin Lord as Phelps
Reception
The Commercial Appeal of Memphis, TN called Benson's performance an "acting achievement of the first order."[1]
Accolades
- Humanitas Award: Roger Young, director
- Golden Globes Nomination, Best Performance by an Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television: Robbie Benson
- Emmy Award: Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics for “We’ll Win This World”
