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The Polio Crusade

A time when Americans banded together to conquer a terrible disease

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The film interweaves the personal accounts of polio survivors with the story of an ardent crusader who tirelessly fought on their behalf while scientists raced to eradicate this dreaded disease. Based in part on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book Polio: An American Story by David Oshinsky, Features interviews with historians, scientists, polio survivors, and the only surviving scientist from the core research team that developed the Salk vaccine, Julius Youngner.

Status
Released
Budget
Box office
Language
EN
  • health
  • disease
  • vaccine
  • polio
  • american experience

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Release dates

  • United StatesUS

    • TVPBS "American Experience"2 Feb 2009
    • PhysicalDVD7 Apr 2009
    • TV31 Mar 2020

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When was The Polio Crusade released?
The Polio Crusade was released on 2 February 2009.
Where can I watch The Polio Crusade online?
The Polio Crusade is available on PBS Documentaries Amazon Channel, Amazon Video in US. Use the Watch now links in the Where to watch section for official pages.
Is there a Hindi trailer for The Polio Crusade?
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Who directed The Polio Crusade?
The Polio Crusade (2009) was directed by Sarah Colt.
How long is The Polio Crusade?
The Polio Crusade runs for 55m.

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