The Ditchdigger's Daughters
10
2 votes
February 23, 1997
1h 32m
Overview
Based on the memoirs of Yvonne S. Thornton, this heartwarming, inspirational family drama centers on a poor black laborer who wanted his six daughters to grow up to be doctors.
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Where to watch
In United States
Not available to stream, rent, or buy in United States right now.
Cast
Carl Lumbly
Donald Thornton
Dulé Hill
Young Donald
Victoria Dillard
Taas
Kimberly Elise
Jeanette
Shelley Robertson
Donna
Monique Coleman
Young DonnaRae'Ven Larrymore Kelly
Young Jeanette
Rosalyn Coleman
Yvonne
Monica Calhoun
LindaMalaika Jabali
Young LindaErika L. Heard
RitaKiara Tucker
Young RitaDenice Sealy
Betty
Lynne Moody
Kathryn
April Turner
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