Richard Kiley Movies

Feed the soul and entertain the brain with a film produced by the International Bible Society and Pathway Media and filmed on location in Morocco, Tunisia, and South Africa to tell the tale of Biblical disciple Matthew. Taken verbatim from the New International Version of the Bible and starring Emmy-winning actor Richard Kiley in the title role, this dramatic feature brings one of Christianity's most compelling tales to the screen in a family friendly manner that can be enjoyed by audiences of all ages. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Set in a Nova Scotian fishing community, the made-for-TV Blue Moon focuses on a group of local citizens who are under the financial pressure of a land-grabbing tycoon. Particularly hard hit is restaurant manager Cass Medieros (Sharon Lawrence), who not only may have her property sold out from under her, but is also experiencing serious problems with her marriage. Despite these tribulations, family values emerge triumphant over so-called progress. This film represents the final screen appearance of Richard Kiley, here rather incredibly cast as the son of Kim Hunter--who was almost exactly the same age as he! Based on a novel by Luann Rice, Blue Moon debuted April 11, 1999 on CBS. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

This film is one in a series produced for PBS on America's outstanding poets. This volume features Walt Whitman, who many consider the greatest literary figure in American literature. Whitman worked as a teacher and journalist while he worked on his masterpiece of free verse, Leaves of Grass. The Civil War began, and Whitman volunteered as a nurse. The pain and suffering he saw informed the subject matter of his later prose works, including Democratic Vistas. The First Poetry Quartet reads from this literary giant's work against the beautiful and poignant setting of a Civil War battleground. ~ Rose of Sharon Winter, Rovi

This episode of The Topical Bible is hosted by biblical scholar and singer/songwriter John Card. Each episode of the series dramatically recreates some of the major issues of the Old and New Testament, putting the viewer in touch with the contemporary times that shaped the Christian world. This particular episode focuses on the lives and traditions of the Pharisees, an orthodox Jewish group who came into conflict with Jesus over his views of theology. ~ Rob Ferrier, Rovi

A case involving a “mentally incompetent” elderly man's right to marry stirs up Ally's old feelings for co-counsel Billy. ~ TV Guide, Rovi

The fact-based story of an unconventional physician who attempted to heal patients with laughter, based on his own book and mixing equal doses of scatological humor and pathos. Robin Williams stars as Hunter Adams, a troubled young man who commits himself to a mental institution in the late 1960s. His experiences there convince Adams to become a doctor, and he enrolls in medical school, where he is appalled at the cold, clinical professionalism that alienates patients from their caregivers. Determined to provide emotional and spiritual relief as well as medicine, Adams clowns around for his patients, getting to know them personally. Although his efforts seem to work wonders and the hospital nursing staff is grateful for the levity Adams provides, his methods alienate his uptight roommate Mitch (Philip Seymour Hoffman) as well as the staff and faculty of his school. Adams perseveres, however, even starting his own low-cost rural clinic called the Gesundheit Institute, and wooing a pretty fellow student, Carin (Monica Potter). Tragedy strikes, and Adams' career is put in jeopardy, forcing him to defend his style and philosophy before a board of jurists determined to bar him from practicing medicine. Patch Adams (1998) was produced by former M*A*S*H (1972-83) star Mike Farrell, who met the real-life Adams when the offbeat doctor served as an advisor to the actor's popular TV series. ~ Karl Williams, Rovi

This episode of The Topical Bible is hosted by biblical scholar and singer/songwriter Larnelle Harris. Each episode of the series dramatically recreates some of the major issues of the Old and New Testament, putting the viewer in touch with the contemporary times that shaped the Christian world. This particular episode focuses on the last days of Jesus Christ, concentrating on the events that led to his crucifixion. ~ Rob Ferrier, Rovi

Jimmy Stewart had a certain something that drew audiences and held their attention. A true "screen hero," Stewart's sincere, slightly befuddled persona as George Bailey in the Christmas classic It's a Wonderful Life and Elwood P. Dowd in the ever-fresh Harvey is the marker of an era. Indeed, Stewart's Everyman in the Frank Capra directed hits Mr. Smith Goes to Washington will make the most cynical stand up and cheer. Learn about Stewart's childhood in Indiana, prolific career, his heroism in WWII, and his family life. Richard Kiley narrates this biography. ~ Leslie Birdwell, Rovi

Director Jon Turteltaub followed up the hit While You Were Sleeping (1995) with this fantasy similar to Charly (1968) and a film from the previous year, Powder (1994). John Travolta stars as George Malley, a humble mechanic in a rural California town. On his 37th birthday, George celebrates at a pub with friends Nate (Forest Whitaker) and Doc (Robert Duvall), the local physician. When he steps outside, George observes a bright light in the sky that knocks him briefly unconscious. When he awakens, George has incredible intellectual powers. He checks books out of the library in armfuls, becomes an inventor, a psychic, has telekinetic powers, predicts an earthquake, and memorizes Portuguese in minutes. Using his newfound powers, George becomes a hero, but he can't totally win over the spooked townsfolk or the standoffish Lace (Kyra Sedgwick), a single mom burned by love once too often. As George's kindness breaks down Lace's reserve and a romance begins, his fame spreads, bringing him to the attention of the FBI and curious university scientists. Similarities between George's powers and the alleged benefits of Travolta's religion, Scientology, led to charges that the film was veiled pro-Scientology propaganda. ~ Karl Williams, Rovi

Mysteries of the Bible: Heaven and Hell investigates what the Bible says about Heaven and Hell and the afterlife. This information is then analyzed to reveal what people believe about sin, punishment, and redemption. The viewpoints of some leading historians and philosophers are included. Viewers can then begin to see how the images of Heaven and Hell have shaped western thought for hundreds of years. ~ Karla Baker, Rovi

In this made-for-television domestic drama, a young adolescent girl is shocked to discover that the woman she calls "Mother" may not be related to her at all. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

From the Mysteries of the Bible series comes this documentary about the events leading up to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. You will hear from historians, both secular and religious, and archaeologists who give a detailed account of the last days of Christ, from His entrance into the Temple to the Last Supper to His death and His resurrection. These historical and scientific experts analyze all of the remaining evidence to try and determine the validity of Jesus' execution. Shot in Jerusalem and near Mount Zion, this documentary takes you right to the very place where Jesus is said to have lived over 2,000 years ago. ~ Cecilia Cygnar, Rovi