The story of Franklin Roosevelt's bout with polio at age 40 in 1921 and how his family (and especially his wife Eleanor) cope with his illness. From being stricken while vacationing at Campobello to his triumphant nominating speech for Al Smith's presidency in 1924, the story follows the various influences on his life and his determination to recover.
Genre : DramaHistory
Runtime : 144 mins
Release Date : 1960-09-28


















(Franklin Delano Roosevelt)

(Eleanor Roosevelt)

(Louis Howe)

(Missy Le Hand)

(Sara Delano Roosevelt)

(Gov. Alfred E. Smith)

(James Roosevelt)

(Anna Roosevelt)

(Dr. Bennett)

(Elliott Roosevelt)

(Mr. Lassiter)
(Policeman)
(Sen. Walsh)
(Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr.)
(Johnny Roosevelt)

(Mr. Brimmer)

(Capt. Skinner)
(Marie the Housekeeper)
(Edward the House Butler)
(Charles the Butler)

(Daly)
(Speaker)
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