Granny Weatherall (Geraldine Fitzgerald) is a spunky old lady of eighty who bosses around her doctor and her children. She seems so strong and in control, and yet she has never had the upper hand in her destiny. One morning, a flood of long-forgotten memories bring her to the realization that of all her accomplishments, she cannot console herself for the shame-filled day she was left standing at the alter. Still, her indomitable will to live and act independently infuses the last day of her life. Adapted from the short story by acclaimed writer Katherine Anne Porter ("Ship of Fools"), The Jilting of Granny Weatherall reminds us of the plight of many women who wait for life to claim them, rather than seek life out for themselves.
Directed by Randa Haines
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Cast
Richard Dow
George
Geraldine Fitzgerald
Granny Weatherall
Lois Smith
Cornelia
Roy Cooper
William
William Swetland
Galton
Robert Gerringer
James
Doris Belack
Olive
Frederick Coffin
Dr. Harry
Mia Dillon
Hapsy
Gladys Clements
Nurse
Ben Kapen
John
Ralph Drischell
Father Connelly
Parker McCormick
Lydia
Henry Fonda
Self - Series Host (uncredited)
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