Lloyd
Bridges stars as stubborn high-wire artist Karl Wallenda in the
made-for-TV "The Great Wallendas". The famed family aerialist troupe
suffered a tragic setback when, during a performance in Detroit on
January 30, 1962, an accident caused the death of Karl's son-in-law and
nephew, and the crippling of his own son. With grim determination, Karl
insists that the Wallendas recreate their fatal "pyramid" routine.
Despite several near-disasters, the Wallendas make a triumphant comeback
in Fort Worth, Texas on November 19, 1963, which is faithfully
recreated in this film under the supervision of the real Karl Wallenda.
Also starring in this 2-hour film are Britt Ekland, Taina Elg, and
genuine gymnast Cathy Rigby. "The Great Wallendas" premiered (in the
timeslot usually reserved for The Wonderful World of Disney) on February
21, 1978. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide
Cast:
Britt Ekland, Bruce Ornstein, Cathy Rigby, Lloyd Bridges, Lucinda
Bridges, Michael McGuire, Stephen Parr, Taina Elg, William Sadler
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