Brian's Song

Based on the real-life relationship between teammates Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers and the bond established when Piccolo discovers that he is dying.

Cast

James Caan

as Brian Piccolo

Billy Dee Williams

as Gale Sayers

Jack Warden

as Coach Halas

Bernie Casey

as J.C. Caroline

Shelley Fabares

as Joy Piccolo

David Huddleston

as Ed McCaskey

Judy Pace

as Linda Sayers

Abe Gibron

as Abe Gibron

Jack Concannon

as Jack Concannon

Ed O'Bradovich

as Ed O'Bradovich

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