Jenny Can't Work Any Faster (1975)
Jenny is an autistic teenager. Her father is concerned about her being withdrawn and hopes that employing her in his own business will bring her out of her shell. He also employs a new young assistant called Brian.
Top billed cast
Pauline QuirkeJenny
George CostiganBrian
James GroutRobert
Helen RyanMaureen
Peggy Ann WoodMrs. Baker
Desmond JonesKen- John CortiLittle boy
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