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Promise (1986)

Movie ★ 7.3 110 min

TV Movie Drama Family

Bob returns home for his mother’s funeral knowing that he must fulfill a promise made 30 years earlier—to care for his younger brother DJ, who is schizophrenic. When Bob eventually takes over responsibility for his younger brother’s well-being, he embarks upon the most difficult challenge of his life.

Glenn Jordan Director

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Quick facts

Released
December 21, 1986
Runtime
110 min
IMDb
tt0091795
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Cast

James Garner James Garner Bob Beuhler James Woods James Woods DJ Piper Laurie Piper Laurie Annie Gilbert Alan Rosenberg Alan Rosenberg Dr. Pressman Peter Michael Goetz Peter Michael Goetz Stuart Michael Alldredge Michael Alldredge Gibb Mary Marsh Mrs. Post Barbara Niven Barbara Niven Joan Steven M. Gagnon Michael Virginia Settle Mrs. Burden Janet Baumhover Mrs. Green Bob Griggs Minister Art Burke Dr. Wexler Raissa Fleming Lonnie

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Frequently asked questions

What is Promise about?
Bob returns home for his mother’s funeral knowing that he must fulfill a promise made 30 years earlier—to care for his younger brother DJ, who is schizophrenic. When Bob eventually takes over responsibility for his younger brother’s well-being, he embarks upon the most difficult challenge of his life.
Who directed Promise?
Promise was directed by Glenn Jordan.
Who stars in Promise?
Promise stars James Garner, James Woods, Piper Laurie, Alan Rosenberg.
When was Promise released?
Promise is a 1986 tv movie, drama, family film.
Where can I watch Promise?
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