Angel on My Shoulder (1980 film)

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Angel on My Shoulder
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GenreFantasy
Written by
  • Harry Julian Fink
  • Rita M. Fink
Directed byJohn Berry
Starring
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
Production
ProducerJay Weston
CinematographyGayne Rescher
EditorDavid Newhouse
Running time100 minutes
Production companyJay Weston Productions
Original release
Network NBC
ReleaseMay 11, 1980 (1980-05-11)

Angel on My Shoulder is a 1980 American fantasy made-for-television film directed by John Berry and starring Peter Strauss, Richard Kiley, and Barbara Hershey. It is a remake of the 1946 film of the same name. [1]

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Plot

A deceased criminal named Eddie is given a second chance at life when the Devil sends him back to Earth to corrupt a righteous judge. Posing as the judge, Eddie struggles between his old habits and a newfound sense of morality. [2]

Cast

Production

The film was produced by Jay Weston and aired on NBC on May 11, 1980. [3] The screenplay was written by Harry Julian Fink and Rita M. Fink, known for their work on Dirty Harry . Cinematography was handled by Gayne Rescher.

Reception

While the film did not receive widespread critical attention, it was noted in television film guides for its performances and as a notable remake. [4]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Terrace, Vincent (1985). Encyclopedia of Television Films. Scarecrow Press. p. 33. ISBN   978-0810817418.
  2. ↑ Terrace, Vincent (1993). Television Movies and Specials: 1979–1990. McFarland & Company. p. 77. ISBN   978-0899508459.{{cite book}}: Check |isbn= value: checksum (help)
  3. ↑ "Angel on My Shoulder (1980)". AllMovie. Retrieved October 1, 2023.
  4. ↑ Brooks, Tim; Earle Marsh (2007). The Complete Directory to Prime Time Network and Cable TV Shows 1946–Present. Ballantine Books. p. 60. ISBN   978-0345497734.
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