Sunrise at Campobello

Plot Summary

The story of Franklin Roosevelt's bout with polio at age 40 in 1921 and how his family (and especially his wife Eleanor) cope with his illness. From being stricken while vacationing at Campobello to his triumphant nominating speech for Al Smith's presidency in 1924, the story follows the various influences on his life and his determination to recover.

Top Cast

Ralph Bellamy Franklin Delano Roosevelt

Greer Garson Eleanor Roosevelt

Hume Cronyn Louis Howe

Jean Hagen Missy Le Hand

Ann Shoemaker Sara Delano Roosevelt