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First Steps

March 19, 1985 1h 36m

Originally released in 1985. First Steps is a drama film. directed by Sheldon Larry.

Starring Amy Steel, Judd Hirsch, and Kim Darby

Synopsis

Teenage Nan Davis is left paralyzed in a car accident and has a tough time accepting her new wheelchair-bound life. One day she hears about new research by Dr. Jerrold Petrofsky, about using external electric stimulations to enable paralyzed people to use their frozen muscles. She enters the research as a test subject and gets her reward when she walks up to receive her college diploma.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 19, 1985 40 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • CBS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is First Steps about?

Teenage Nan Davis is left paralyzed in a car accident and has a tough time accepting her new wheelchair-bound life. One day she hears about new research by Dr. Jerrold Petrofsky, about using extern...

Who directed First Steps?

First Steps was directed by Sheldon Larry.

How long is First Steps?

First Steps has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was First Steps released?

First Steps was released on March 19, 1985 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in First Steps?

The main cast of First Steps includes Amy Steel, Judd Hirsch, Kim Darby, Darlene Dotto, Frances Lee McCain.