Overview

This shows physicist Stephen Hawking's life as he deals with the ALS that renders him immobile and unable to speak without the use of a computer. Hawking's friends, family, classmates, and peers are interviewed not only about his theories but the man himself.

Cast

Stephen Hawking, Isobel Hawking, Janet Humphrey, Mary Hawking, Basil King, Derek Powney, Norman Dix, Robert Berman

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What is "A Brief History of Time" about?

This shows physicist Stephen Hawking's life as he deals with the ALS that renders him immobile and unable to speak without the use of a computer. Hawking's friends, family, classmates, and peers are interviewed not only about his theories but the man himself.

When was "A Brief History of Time" released?

A Brief History of Time was released in 1991.

Who stars in "A Brief History of Time"?

The cast includes Stephen Hawking, Isobel Hawking, Janet Humphrey, Mary Hawking.