

In this fact-based made-for TV film, Gary Gilmore, an Indiana man who just finished serving a lengthy stay in prison, tries to start anew by moving to Utah. Before long, Gary begins an ill-advised romance with the troubled Nicole Baker, a teenage single mother. As their relationship quickly deteriorates, Gary goes on a murderous rampage, leaving two dead. During his trial, he demands capital punishment; a media circus ensues and outsiders look to profit from his story.

Tommy Lee Jones
Gary Mark Gilmore

Christine Lahti
Brenda Nicol

Rosanna Arquette
Nicole Baker

Eli Wallach
Vern Damico

Steven Keats
Larry Samuels
Jordan Clarke
Johnny Nicol

Richard Venture
Earl Dorius

Jenny Wright
April Baker
Kenneth O'Brien
Spencer McGrath
John Dennis Johnston
Jimmy Poker-Game