Sunrise at Campobello Poster

Sunrise at Campobello

The sun came up twice that day. Once in the heavens for all the world to see... once in the darkness for a man, his wife, and their children alone to share...

Not Rated Drama History

Starring: Ralph Bellamy, Greer Garson, Hume Cronyn, Jean Hagen, Ann Shoemaker

Writer: Dore Schary, Dore Schary

Release Date:
September 28, 1960
Ratings:
6.0 / 10
Director:
Vincent J. Donehue
Companies:
Dore Schary Productions

Overview

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.