A Brief History of Time (1991)

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Released:
1991-10-01

Overview:
This shows physicist Stephen Hawking's life as he deals with the ALS that renders him immobile and unable to speak without the use of a computer. Hawking's friends, family, classmates, and peers are interviewed not only about his theories but the man himself.

Director:
Errol Morris

Runtime:
1h 20min

Genre:
Documentary

  • Cast:
  • Stephen Hawking
    as
    Self
  • Isobel Hawking
    as
    Self - Stephen Hawking's Mother
  • Janet Humphrey
    as
    Self - Stephen Hawking's Aunt
  • Mary Hawking
    as
    Self - Stephen Hawking's Sister
  • Basil King
    as
    Self - Childhood Friend