Plot — What is The Marva Collins Story about?
Cicely Tyson was Emmy-nominated as Outstanding Actress for her portrait of a Chicago schoolteacher whose remarkable achievements with black children labelled "unteachable" were spotlighted in a 1979 "60 Minutes" segment about how she became disillusioned with the traditional school system and decided to work outside of it, transforming her students into young scholars through her unique teaching style.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1981 |
| Genre | Drama, TV Movie, History |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 100 min |
| Audience Score | 74% (7.4/10, 7 votes) |
The Marva Collins Story — FAQ
Is The Marva Collins Story worth watching? The Marva Collins Story holds a 7.4/10 rating from 7 viewers. Cicely Tyson was Emmy-nominated as Outstanding Actress for her portrait of a Chicago schoolteacher whose remarkable achievements with black children labelled "unteachable" were spotlighted in a 1979 "60 Minutes" segment
Who directed The Marva Collins Story? Directed by Peter Levin.
Who is in the cast of The Marva Collins Story? It stars Cicely Tyson, Morgan Freeman, Rodrick F. Wimberly, Mashaune Hardy, Brett Bouldin, Samuel Muhammad Jr. and more.
Where can I stream The Marva Collins Story? Streaming availability for The Marva Collins Story is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Marva Collins Story release? It released in 1981.
