The Sister and the Savage
| "The Sister and the Savage" | |
|---|---|
| Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 3 Episode 17 |
| Directed by | Gerald Mayer |
| Original air date | April 6, 1966 |
The Sister and the Savage is a 1966 American television play that aired as an episode of Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre starring Connie Francis as a singing nun. It was Francis' first television drama role.[1][2]
It featured three songs, two expressly written for the show.[3]
Premise
A nun attempts to convince a rock and roll musician to go through with a potentially risky operation.
Cast
- Connie Francis as Sister Mary Clare
- James Farentino as Dr. Michael Simpson
- Anne Seymour as Sister Superior
References
- ^ Vagg, Stephen (18 July 2025). "Not Quite Movie Stars: Connie Francis". Filmink. Retrieved 1 September 2025.
- ^ "James Faretino signed to co star". The Los Angeles Times Part 5. 19 January 1966. p. 13.
- ^ "Connie Francis to make debut". The Philadelphia Inquirer. 6 April 1966. p. 19.