Movie

Tommy Douglas: Keeper of the Flame

★ 9.5/10 · 2 votes 1986 0h 57m Released

Documentary

This feature documentary traces the political career of T.C. (Tommy) Douglas, former premier of Saskatchewan and leader of the New Democratic Party, who was voted the Greatest Canadian in 2004 for his devotion to social causes, his charm and his powers of persuasion. Known as the "Father of Medicare," this one-time champion boxer and fiery preacher entered politics in the 1930s and never looked back.

Cast

Tommy Douglas Tommy Douglas Donald Brittain Narrator C Carlyle King Carlyle King I Irma Douglas Irma Douglas Shirley Douglas self