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Holocaust

TV·1978–1978·NBC·Drama, War·2h 20m·8.8·Created by Gerald Green

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This groundbreaking miniseries explores a decade in the lives of the members of an extended Jewish family and a German lawyer who becomes a Nazi officer. As the horrific events of the holocaust unfold, all will face unthinkable decisions and fates. Featuring a superb cast that includes Meryl Streep, James Woods, Ian Holm, Michael Moriarty, Joseph Bottoms, Tovah Feldshuh and Sam Wanamaker, the 1978 production won eight Emmys and two Golden Globes.

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James WoodsJames WoodsKarl WeissMichael MoriartyMichael MoriartyErik DorffDeborah NortonDeborah NortonMarta DorffFritz WeaverFritz WeaverDr. Josef WeissJoseph BottomsJoseph BottomsRudi WeissRosemary HarrisRosemary HarrisBerta Palitz WeissSam WanamakerSam WanamakerMoses WeissMeryl StreepMeryl StreepInga Helms Weiss

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