Love Leads the Way: A True Story
1984 · 99 min · ★ 7.1 · Drama, History, Family, TV Movie
Based on the true story of Morris Frank and the first U.S. Seeing Eye Dog, Buddy.
Directed by Delbert Mann
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Timothy Bottoms Morris Frank -
Ernest Borgnine Sen. Brighton -
Susan Dey Beth -
Glynnis O'Connor Lois -
Richard Speight Jr. Jimmy -
Arthur Hill Mr. Frank -
Patricia Neal Mrs. Frank -
Eva Marie Saint Mrs. Eustes - B Bill Ewin Emmett (the postman)
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Ralph Bellamy Sen. Christi -
George D. Wallace Blind Institute Director -
Michael Anderson Jr. Hank
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