David's Mother
Seen it?1994 | 90 min | Drama, TV Movie
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It won 3 Emmys, though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 30 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Sally Goodson has been raising her autistic son David alone since her husband left many years ago. Now a social worker discovers that Sally has been dodging 'The System' to keep her son with her, instead of putting him in an institution. Each feels they know what's best for David. But their opinions are not the same. Sally's developing relationship with John Nils is caught in the middle.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsStrong
Won 3 Emmys: Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or a Special, Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Special, Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Individual Achievement in Writing in a Miniseries or a Special. Won 1 Golden Globe: Golden Globe Awards: Best Actress in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television.
- Reach & staying powerBelow par
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 21K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Robert Allan Ackerman
- Kirstie AlleySally Goodson
- Sam WaterstonJohn Nils
- Stockard ChanningBea
- Michael A. GoorjianDavid Goodson
- Chris SarandonPhilip
- Phylicia RashādGladys Johnson
- Jack DuffyDoorman
- Amanda BlitzSusan (10-12 years)
- Steven IvanyDavid (5-9 years)
- Blake DennisDavid (5-9 years double)