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In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan (1977)

Movie ★ 7.8 120 min

Drama TV Movie

Based on a true case, this tells the story of two parents in New Jersey whose daughter has lapsed into a coma from which doctors say she will never recover. The parents must decide whether to keep her alive on life support systems, or to disconnect them and let her die with some dignity left.

Hal Sitowitz Writer Glenn Jordan Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 26, 1977
Runtime
120 min
IMDb
tt0076188

Cast

Brian Keith Brian Keith Joe Quinlan Piper Laurie Piper Laurie Julie Quinlan David Huffman David Huffman Paul Armstrong Stephanie Zimbalist Stephanie Zimbalist Mary Ellen Quinlan Biff McGuire Biff McGuire Father Tom David Spielberg David Spielberg Dr. Mason Bert Freed Bert Freed Dr. Julius Korein

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Frequently asked questions

What is In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan about?
Based on a true case, this tells the story of two parents in New Jersey whose daughter has lapsed into a coma from which doctors say she will never recover. The parents must decide whether to keep her alive on life support systems, or to disconnect them and let her die with some dignity left.
Who directed In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan?
In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan was directed by Glenn Jordan.
Who stars in In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan?
In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan stars Brian Keith, Piper Laurie, David Huffman, Stephanie Zimbalist.
When was In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan released?
In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan is a 1977 drama, tv movie film.
Where can I watch In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan?
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