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Out on a Limb

Name: Out on a Limb
Released: 1987

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1987-1987
1 Season
ABC
Documentary, Drama

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Shirley MacLaine plays herself in this TV mini-series based on her autobiographical best-seller which delves into her new age beliefs and its effects on her personal and public lives. John Heard portrays a composite role of her many spiritual and personal advisors.

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Cast & Crew See All

Shirley MacLaine

Charles Dance

Gerry Stamford

John Heard

David Manning

Season 1 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Episode #1.1

Sun, Jan 18, 1987

Shirley MacLaine plays herself in this adaptation of her autobiographical book.

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Awards

1988 - Golden Globe - Best Performance by an Actress in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television - nominated
1987 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Sound Editing for a Miniseries or a Special - nominated
1987 - Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Drama Miniseries or a Special - nominated