Two of a Kind (1982 film)

Two of a Kind is a 1982 TV movie featuring George Burns as the grandfather of a 21-year-old man with an intellectual disability played by Robby Benson.

Cast

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• George Burns as Ross 'Boppy' Minor
• Robby Benson as Noel 'Nolie' Minor
• Barbara Barrie as Dottie Minor
• Cliff Robertson as Frank Minor
• Frances Lee McCain as Nurse Mary
• Geri Jewell as Irene
• Ronny Cox as Ted Hahn
• Peggy McCay as Nurse Harris
• Justin Lord as Phelps

Reception

The Commercial Appeal of Memphis, TN called Benson's performance an "acting achievement of the first order."

Accolades

• Humanitas Award: Roger Young, director
• Golden Globes Nomination, Best Performance by an Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television: Robbie Benson
• Emmy Award: Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics for “We’ll Win This World”

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