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Mercy or Murder? (1987)

Movie ★ 10.0 90 min

TV Movie Drama

Roswell and Emily Gilbert were married for fifty-one years, but for the eight final years of their marriage Emily suffered from Alzheimer's disease and the bone disease osteoporosis. Often in pain, Emily begged to die. In March 1985, 75-year-old Roswell shot Emily in the head. He said it was an act of mercy, but he was tried for murder and convicted as the nation debated euthanasia.

Steve Gethers Director Steve Gethers Writer

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Quick facts

Released
January 11, 1987
Runtime
90 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0093526
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Cast

Robert Young Robert Young Roswell Gilbert Frances Reid Frances Reid Emily Gilbert Eddie Albert Eddie Albert Joe Varon Marshall Colt Marshall Colt Hancock Michael Learned Michael Learned Skipper Alex Panas Dr. Fredman Barry Hober Gulkin Joe Petrullo Magnano Roger Pretto Dr. Hidalgo Jerry Hotchkiss John Klinker Arnie Ross Scheff

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Frequently asked questions

What is Mercy or Murder? about?
Roswell and Emily Gilbert were married for fifty-one years, but for the eight final years of their marriage Emily suffered from Alzheimer's disease and the bone disease osteoporosis. Often in pain, Emily begged to die. In March 1985, 75-year-old Roswell shot Emily in the head. He said it was an act of mercy, but he was tried for murder and convicted as the nation debated euthanasia.
Who directed Mercy or Murder??
Mercy or Murder? was directed by Steve Gethers.
Who stars in Mercy or Murder??
Mercy or Murder? stars Robert Young, Frances Reid, Eddie Albert, Marshall Colt.
When was Mercy or Murder? released?
Mercy or Murder? is a 1987 tv movie, drama film.
Where can I watch Mercy or Murder??
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