''The Gifted One'' is a 1989 American fantasy

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that aired on

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on June 25, 1989.

Plot

A young boy has the capability to use his body energy to heal people, and detect illnesses. After growing up he escapes from the scientists studying him in order to learn about his past and discover how he came to have this ability. While on the run, he detects an aneurysm in the neck of a child and attempts to convince his skeptical parents to seek medical attention for him.

Cast

* Peter Kowanko as Michael Grant *

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as Carl Boardman *

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as Dr. Winslow *

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as Sarah Grant *

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as Jack * Kristopher Kent Hill as Billy Farady * James Eric as Tom Farady * Shano Palovich as Beth Farady * Lucky Hayes as Mrs. Williams *

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as Mr. Williams *

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as Susan Martin *

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as Gordon Thomas *

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as Dr. Claire Henry *

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as Dr. Hart * Jim Newcomer as Dr. James * Spensley Schroder as Dr. Solomon * Kenneth Bridges as Dr. Helfen * Doughlas Cotner as Dr. Richards * Anthony Bolden as Technician * Mason Arnold as Tommy * Chris Balcerzak as Johnny *

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as Baseball Player * Arell Blanton as Guard *

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as Michael (age 10) * Thomas Callaway as John Grant * Cole Coxon as Baby Michael * Joe El Rady as Frankie * Jackson Douglas Fischer as Doctor * Tami French as Hannah * Sanford Gibbons as Policeman #1 *

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as Mary Joe * Christina Herczeg as Little Girl (Carol) * Hank Lawrence as Big Lou * Chris Livesay as Bobby *

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as Umpire *

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as Principal * Norm McBride as Coach * Christopher Michael as Bobby * Emily Ragsdale as Nurse * Steven Suggs as Jeffrey * Joanthan Voyce as Policeman #2

Broadcast

The film aired on

at 9:00 p.m. EDT on Sunday, June 25, 1989.

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Gifted One 1989 television films 1989 films American fantasy television films Films directed by Stephen Herek Films scored by J. Peter Robinson Films about children 1980s American films 1980s English-language films English-language fantasy films