Tuesdays with Morrie (film)

Tuesdays with Morrie is a 1999 American made-for-television biographical drama film directed by Mick Jackson. It is based on the 1997 non-fiction book of the same name by Mitch Albom. The film stars Jack Lemmon as Morrie Schwartz, a sociology professor diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and Hank Azaria as Mitch Albom, a sports columnist and former student of Morrie's.

The film recounts the series of weekly meetings Mitch has with his former professor, Morrie, as Morrie's illness progresses. During these meetings, Morrie imparts life lessons and wisdom to Mitch, covering topics such as love, death, family, forgiveness, and the importance of living a meaningful life. Mitch, caught up in the fast-paced world of journalism, is forced to re-evaluate his priorities and reconnect with his values.

The film was critically acclaimed, particularly for the performances of Lemmon and Azaria. It garnered multiple awards, including several Primetime Emmy Awards. It is considered a faithful adaptation of the book and is noted for its poignant and moving portrayal of the relationship between teacher and student, and the challenges of facing mortality.