A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story (1978)
One of the most moving stories in the annals of sports is presented in this true drama documenting the love affair of baseball immortal Lou Gehrig and his wife Eleanor. Their romance spans the time period from his days of glory with Babe Ruth and the New York Yankees to his unsuccessful battle with an incurable disease. As the story begins, the talented but shy Gehrig is already a popular Yankee slugger when he meets the outgoing Eleanor. Their romance begins hesitantly, but blossoms as they exchange letters while Gehrig is on the road with the team. However, Gehrig's possessive mother becomes a formidable obstacle, first to their marriage and later to their happiness. But their love for one another proves triumphant. In the midst of their happiness, when Gehrig is at the peak of his career, he learns that he is suffering from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The courage and dignity exhibited by the Gehrigs during this crisis make this a powerful, memorable film.
Cast
- Blythe Danner - Eleanor Gehrig
- Edward Herrmann - Lou Gehrig
- Gerald S. O'Loughlin - Joe McCarthy
- Ramon Bieri - Babe Ruth
- Jane Wyatt - Eleanor's Mother
- Patricia Neal - Mrs. Gehrig
- Georgia Engel - Claire Ruth
- Michael Lerner - Dr. Canlan
- David Ogden Stiers - Dr. Charles Mayo
- Gail Strickland - Dorothy
Screenplay
- Blanche Hanalis (Teleplay)
- Joseph Durso (Book)
- Eleanor Gehrig (Book)
Keywords
romance, illness, als
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story about?
- One of the most moving stories in the annals of sports is presented in this true drama documenting the love affair of baseball immortal Lou Gehrig and his wife Eleanor. Their romance spans the time period from his days of glory with Babe Ruth and the New York Yankees to his unsuccessful battle with an incurable disease. As the story begins, the talented but shy Gehrig is already a popular Yankee slugger when he meets the outgoing Eleanor. Their romance begins hesitantly, but blossoms as they exchange letters while Gehrig is on the road with the team. However, Gehrig's possessive mother becomes a formidable obstacle, first to their marriage and later to their happiness. But their love for one another proves triumphant. In the midst of their happiness, when Gehrig is at the peak of his career, he learns that he is suffering from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The courage and dignity exhibited by the Gehrigs during this crisis make this a powerful, memorable film.
- Who directed A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story?
- A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story was directed by Fielder Cook.
- Who stars in A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story?
- A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story stars Blythe Danner, Edward Herrmann, Gerald S. O'Loughlin, Ramon Bieri, Jane Wyatt, Patricia Neal.
- How long is A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story?
- A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
- What genre is A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story?
- A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story produced?
- A Love Affair: The Eleanor and Lou Gehrig Story was produced in United States of America.