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The Morning After
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The Morning After

1974-02-13 · 75 min · ★ 6.7

Drama · TV Movie

A successful public relations man's refusal to admit his alcoholism jeopardizes his career, his family and his life. ABC Movie of the Week.

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Directors
Richard T. Heffron
Production companies
Wolper Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Dick Van DykeDick Van DykeCharlie Lester
Lynn CarlinLynn CarlinFran Lester
Don PorterDon PorterRudy King
Linda LavinLinda LavinToni
Jewel BlanchKaren Lester
Sam GilmanSam GilmanFisherman
Joshua BryantDr. Emmett
Richard DerrRichard DerrDr. Tillman
Robert HoverFrank Lester
Carolyn AmesCarol Lester
Doug JohnsonStewart
Dermott DownsDermott DownsDanny Lester
Jim RaymondMr. Doherty
Penny KunardMrs. Doherty
Sandy WardSandy WardTelly Curran
Joyce EastonRita
Rebecca RayGirl in Bar

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