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The Marva Collins Story
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The Marva Collins Story

1981 · 100 min Drama TV Movie History
⭐ 7.4 / 10 · TMDB

Cicely Tyson was Emmy-nominated as Outstanding Actress for her portrait of a Chicago schoolteacher whose remarkable achievements with black children labelled "unteachable" were spotlighted in a 1979 "60 Minutes" segment about how she became disillusioned with the traditional school system and decided to work outside of it, transforming her students into young scholars through her unique teaching style.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The Marva Collins Story is a solid entry rated 7.4/10. Not a masterpiece, but quality work that won't leave you disappointed.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1981. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Cicely Tyson

Cicely Tyson

Marva Collins

Morgan Freeman

Morgan Freeman

Clarence Collins

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Rodrick F. Wimberly

Martin Luther Jones (as Roderick Wimberly)

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Mashaune Hardy

Cindy Collins

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Brett Bouldin

Patrick Collins

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Samuel Muhammad Jr.

Eric Collins

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Dianne Kirksey

Cynthia Rawls

Steven Williams

Steven Williams

McCloud

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Frankie Hill

Ida Banbower

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Charlie Brown

Chester Boland

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