A Horse Has a Big Head - Let Him Worry! (21 Nov. 1962)

An almost-blind young man roams the streets of New York after separating from his class, while his teacher (Diahann Carroll) attempts to convince his parents that the boy can learn to ably ... See full summary »

Director:

Denis Sanders

Writer:

Abram S. Ginnes

Stars:

Paul Burke, Horace McMahon, Harry Bellaver

Cast

Episode cast overview, first billed only:
Paul Burke	...	Det. Adam Flint
Horace McMahon	...	Lt. Michael 'Mike' Parker
Harry Bellaver	...	Det. Frank Arcaro
Nancy Malone	...	Libby Kingston
Diahann Carroll	...	Ruby Jay
John Megna	...	Harold Denton
Sorrell Booke	...	Principal Leventhal
Audra Lindley	...	Mrs. Denton
Graham Jarvis	...	Mr. Denton
Lawrence Provost	...	Kid Leader
Luke Halpin	...	Kid #2
Lou Gilbert	...	Mr. Green
Tommy Norden	...	Blind Boy #1
Ave Maria Megna	...	Helen
Rene Olmeda	...	Blind Boy

Storyline

An almost-blind young man roams the streets of New York after separating from his class, while his teacher (Diahann Carroll) attempts to convince his parents that the boy can learn to ably use his limited sight and not become completely blind.

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Genres:

Action | Crime | Drama

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

21 November 1962 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Biograph Studios, Bronx, New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Shelle Productions, Screen Gems

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Mono (RCA Sound Recording)

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

User Reviews

Very well done

I watched this episode as a 12 year old when it was first broadcast in 1962. It was my first awareness of the beautiful Diahann Carrol and from then on, whenever I saw her I always remembered this show. I just watched it again yesterday and found it to be as well written and acted as I remembered it from all those years ago. Harold's journey across town and his teacher, Miss Jay's wisdom and heart make viewing this episode a very well spent hour. This was quite a treat for me and wonderful that it lived up to my expectation. All performances were spot on, including a 10 year old John Megna as Harold and there were some very subtle but interesting views of the teaching profession. A real winner over all.