On Giant's Shoulders
1979, English. Directed by Anthony Simmons.
The true story of Terry Wiles, born with no limbs in 1962 as a result of his mother's use of the drug thalidomide. This film tells the story of his childhood and adoption by the couple Len and Hazel Wiles who live on a remote farm, and the subsequent challenges and resistance to give Terry a 'normal' life.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Anthony SimmonsDirector
- Judi DenchHazel Wiles
- Bryan PringleLen Wiles
- Terry WilesHimself
- Hilda BraidSister Page
- Barbara YoungTeacher at hospital
- Tim WyltonLen Curry
- Tony ChurchHospital administrator
- Anthony HeatonLimb technician
- Anna WingMrs. Proctor
- Jean RimmerMiss Hudson
- Frank BarrieSolicitor
- Charles WestJudge
Details
- Released
- 28 March 1979
- Country
- United Kingdom
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What On Giant's Shoulders is based on
On Giant's Shoulders is based on a true story.
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On Giant's Shoulders runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
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Which OTT platform is On Giant's Shoulders on?
On Giant's Shoulders isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 28 March 1979. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like On Giant's Shoulders?
If you liked On Giant's Shoulders, try Girl in the Box, I Am Elizabeth Smart, The Assault.
Who directed On Giant's Shoulders?
On Giant's Shoulders (1979) was directed by Anthony Simmons and stars Judi Dench, Bryan Pringle, Terry Wiles.
What is On Giant's Shoulders based on?
On Giant's Shoulders is based on a true story.