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It's Good to Be Alive

1974Movie1 h 40 min

DramaTV Movie
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6

A deeply moving, cathartic drama movie about a real life story and sports, with standout performances.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

Skip it if you want something to laugh at

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

This movie details the struggles of former Brooklyn Dodger catcher Roy Campanella to adapt to life in a wheelchair following his crippling automobile accident in 1959. Cinematographer Ted Voigtlander was Emmy-nominated.

Feels like

  • Inspirational Sports Drama
  • Biographical True Story
  • Overcoming Adversity
  • Emotional Tearjerker
  • Family Support Narrative
  • Historical Basketball Context
  • Character Study
  • Hopeful Conclusion
  • Strong Lead Performance
  • Educational Historical Insight

Cast

12 of 12

Crew

Directed by
Michael Landon
Written by
Roy Campanella
Produced by
Gerald I. Isenberg
Music by
Michel Legrand

Everyone

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Facts

February 22, 1974 · 1 h 40 min · Drama, TV Movie

Released
February 22, 1974
Runtime
1 h 40 min
Genres
Drama, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
126 countries

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5 questions, like "Where can I stream It's Good to Be Alive?"

Questions about It's Good to Be Alive

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is It's Good to Be Alive worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 6.6).

Is It's Good to Be Alive okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is It's Good to Be Alive plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Will I feel good after watching It's Good to Be Alive?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 6 for wholesome.