George Wallace (1997): Cast
George Wallace is a 1997 historical drama directed by John Frankenheimer, starring Gary Sinise as George C. Wallace, Angelina Jolie and Mare Winningham. It runs 2 hours 58 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h 58m (178 min)
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Turner Network Television
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is George Wallace About?
The premise of George Wallace without spoilers.
Some wanted him president; others wanted him stopped. The 1997 television film portrays former Alabama Governor George Wallace, played by Gary Sinise, and was directed by John Frankenheimer. It earned Emmys for Frankenheimer, Sinise and Mare Winningham, and a Golden Globe for Best Miniseries/Motion Picture Made for TV. Based on Marshall Frady’s 1996 biography, the drama also earned Angelina Jolie a Golden Globe for her role as Wallace’s second wife, Cornelia, and was praised by critics for its sharp storytelling and strong performances.
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George Wallace Cast & Characters
Gary Sinise leads the cast as George C. Wallace, with Angelina Jolie as Cornelia Wallace and Mare Winningham as Lurleen Wallace. Directed by John Frankenheimer; 50 actors are credited in all.
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Director John Frankenheimer
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Gary Sinise as George C. Wallace -
Angelina Jolie as Cornelia Wallace -
Mare Winningham as Lurleen Wallace - Tracy Fraim as Gerald Wallace
Also Starring in George Wallace
· 46 more- Rob Roy Fitzgerald Alabama State Trooper #1
- Briana Romero Cornelia as Child
- Mark Rolston Ricky Brickle
- Steve Harris Neal
- Terry Kinney Billy Watson
- Francis Guinan Klan Member #2
- Kathryn Erbe Mrs. Folsom
- Cliff DeYoung Dr. Jeff McKinney
- William Sanderson T.Y. Odum
- Joe Don Baker Big Jim Folsom
- Clarence Williams III Archie
- Beau Billingslea Demonstrator
- Don Blakely Loosh
- Skipp Sudduth Al Lingo
- Terrence Beasor Demonstrator
- Liam Sullivan Reporter
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- Chanel Ryan Wallace Girl
- Mark Valley Bobby Kennedy
- Ron Perkins Nicholas Katzenbach
- Charles Bartlett Demonstrator
- Randy Hall Mass. State Trooper
- Kathleen Kane Demonstrator
- Vernon Scott Demonstrator
- Robert Jones Man in Church
- Michael Haynes Cornelia’s Trooper #1
- Mel Jackson Eddie
- Tiffany Salerno Velma
- Michael Harrington Doctor (Maryland)
- Franklin Dennis Jones Jamison
- Jonathan Mumm TV Commentator
- Vincent Henry Reporter
- Ron Hyatt Demonstrator
- Clancy Imislund Klan Member #1
- Sabrina Mance Wallace Girl
- Julian Forbes Reporter
- Chuck A. Bernard Convention Speaker
- Scott Brantley Arthur Bremer
- Tim Dowling Demonstrator
- Katherine Craig Girl at Party
- Miata Edoga Demonstrator
- Kent Houseman Guitarist
- Jan Johannes General Graham
- Bobby Kirby James Hood
- Ketema Nelson Vivian Malone
- Kaye Phillips Choir Leader
- Race Nelson Cornelia’s Trooper #2
More from John Frankenheimer
More films directed by John Frankenheimer, best-rated first: The Manchurian Candidate, The Train, Birdman of Alcatraz and Seven Days in May.
George Wallace Trailers & Videos
The trailer of George Wallace.
Cars in George Wallace
16 cars on screen, including the 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special and the 1978 Chevrolet Chevy Van.
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1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special Minor role -
1978 Chevrolet Chevy Van Minor role -
1961 Chrysler Newport Minor role -
1949 Dodge Coronet Minor role
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Movies Like George Wallace
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including George Wallace: Settin’ the Woods on Fire, Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment and The George McKenna Story.
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George Wallace: Settin’ the Woods on Fire 2000 -
Crisis: Behind a Presidential Commitment 1963 -
The George McKenna Story 1986 -
Selma 2014 -
George Washington 1984 -
Path to War 2002 -
Abraham Lincoln 1930 -
Wallenberg: A Hero’s Story 1985 -
Abe Lincoln in Illinois 1940 -
Kennedy 1983 -
The Reagans 2003 -
Against the Wall 1994
George Wallace FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of George Wallace, each answered in a sentence.
How long is George Wallace?
George Wallace runs 2 hours 58 minutes (178 minutes).
When was George Wallace released?
George Wallace was released on August 24, 1997.
Who directed George Wallace?
George Wallace was directed by John Frankenheimer.
More films by John Frankenheimer Who is in the cast of George Wallace?
George Wallace stars Gary Sinise as George C. Wallace, Angelina Jolie as Cornelia Wallace and Mare Winningham as Lurleen Wallace, among 50 credited actors.
Does George Wallace have a post-credit scene?
No. George Wallace has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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