Wilma (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1977, Wilma is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by Bud Greenspan, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of American track sprinter Wilma Rudolph, who overcame physical handicaps to win three gold medals in the 1960 Olympics.
Who’s in it. Wilma stars Shirley Jo Finney as Wilma Rudolph, Cicely Tyson as Blanche Rudolph, Jason Bernard as Coach Temple and Joe Seneca as Ed Rudolph, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Wilma has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wilma page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wilma tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wilma (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wilma change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wilma worth watching?
- Wilma holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wilma?
- Wilma stars Shirley Jo Finney, Cicely Tyson, Jason Bernard, Joe Seneca and Denzel Washington.
- When was Wilma released?
- Wilma was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.