In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan (1977)
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.
Director: Glenn Jordan
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 120 min
Release Date: September 26, 1977
Cast
- Brian Keith - Joe Quinlan
- Piper Laurie - Julie Quinlan
- David Huffman - Paul Armstrong
- Stephanie Zimbalist - Mary Ellen Quinlan
- Biff McGuire - Father Tom
- David Spielberg - Dr. Mason
- Bert Freed - Dr. Julius Korein
Screenplay
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Glenn Jordan
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, Biff McGuire, David Spielberg.
- How long is In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan?
- In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan has a runtime of 2h 0m (120 minutes).
- What genre is In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan?
- In the Matter of Karen Ann Quinlan is a Drama, TV Movie film.