The Story Lady (1991)

6.2/10 94 min Drama Family TV Movie

Overview

When Grace comes to live with her daughter and son-in-law, she is eager to find a way to be useful in the community. She loves to read stories to children, and decides to read one on public access television. The response is so strong that a large company hears about it and offers her a television series. Her life becomes complicated as she is forced to make some serious decisions. Through it all, Grace is able to help a young mother realize that time is the most valuable gift she could give to her daughter.

Cast

Jessica Tandy

Grace McQueen

Stephanie Zimbalist

Julie Pollard

Lisa Jakub

Alexandra Pollard

Chris Gartin

Scott

Tandy Cronyn

Meg

Richard Masur

Norm Denton

Ed Begley Jr.

Otis

Luis Ávalos

Mr. Riley

Andre Rosey Brown

Security Guard

Ellen Crawford

Rita

Mary Pat Gleason

Receptionist

Jeanine Jackson

Mrs. Oberg

Jean Kasem

Sensuous Witch

Michael Mitz

Ben Hodgkins

Brenda Ballard

Client

Allen Bloomfield

Mr. Magruder

Charles Durning

Judge (uncredited)

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