The Bells of St. Mary's is a 1959 television adaptation of the famous 1945 film. The television version is directed by Tom Donovan, and stars Claudette Colbert and Marc Connelly.
The New York Times wrote that while they did not attempt to replicate the original performances, they performed ably.
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Plot
This tale revolves around the nuns of St. Mary's convent on a mission to win over a wealthy philanthropist, hoping he will finance the vital repairs needed for their dilapidated and struggling parochial school.
Cast
Claudette Colbert as Sister Benedict
Marc Connelly
Glenda Farrell
Nancy Marchand as Sister Michael
Barbara Myers (as Barbara Ellen Myers)
Robert Preston as Father O'Malley
Charlie Ruggles
Horace Bogardus