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Run for the Dream: The Gail Devers Story

Jun 16, 1996 · 1h 39m
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The true story of Olympic gold medalist Gail Devers (Charlayne Woodard) and her fight to combat Graves disease while becoming the fastest female sprinter in the world. From a setback in Seoul that nearly costs her the use of her feet to her excruciating battle with the crippling illness to victories in Barcelona and Atlanta, Gail proves she's got the heart of a champion in this inspirational original biography. Louis Gossett Jr., Jeffrey Sams, Tina Lifford, Robert Guillaume and Paula Kelly costar.

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CAST

Charlayne Woodard
Gail Devers
Louis Gossett Jr.
Bob Kersee
Tina Lifford
Jackie Joyner-Kersee
Jeffrey D. Sams
RJ Hampton
Robert Guillaume
Reverend Devers
Paula Kelly
Mrs. Devers
John Schuck
Dr. Ginsburg
Stephanie Faracy
Dr. Otis
Directed by Neema Barnette

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
Elkins Entertainment, Hallmark Entertainment, Logo Entertainment, Showtime Networks, USA Pictures, USA Network
Country
US

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