The Jilting of Granny Weatherall
1980Granny Weatherall (Geraldine Fitzgerald) is a spunky old lady of eighty who bosses around her doctor and her children. She seems so strong and in control, and yet she has never had the upper hand in her destiny. One morning, a flood of long-forgotten memories bring her to the realization that of all her accomplishments, she cannot console herself for the shame-filled day she was left standing at the alter. Still, her indomitable will to live and act independently infuses the last day of her life. Adapted from the short story by acclaimed writer Katherine Anne Porter ("Ship of Fools"), The Jilting of Granny Weatherall reminds us of the plight of many women who wait for life to claim them, rather than seek life out for themselves.
Acted in
Richard Dow
as George
Geraldine Fitzgerald
as Granny Weatherall
Lois Smith
as Cornelia
Roy Cooper
as William
William Swetland
as Galton
Robert Gerringer
as James
Doris Belack
as Olive
Frederick Coffin
as Dr. Harry
Mia Dillon
as Hapsy
Gladys Clements
as Nurse
Ben Kapen
as John
Ralph Drischell
as Father Connelly
Parker McCormick
as Lydia
Henry Fonda
as Self - Series Host (uncredited)