One Mans Way

"One Man's Way" is a 1963 American drama film directed by Denis Sanders and written by John W. Bloch and Eleanore Griffin. The movie stars Don Murray as Norman Vincent Peale, a real-life preacher and author known for his book "The Power of Positive Thinking." Other cast members include Diana Hyland, William Windom, Virginia Christine, Carol Ohmart, and Veronica Cartwright.

The film follows Peale's life from his early days as a crime reporter in Detroit to his eventual career as a minister and bestselling author. It explores his struggles with the tragedies he witnessed and his internal conflicts about continuing his work despite controversy.

Released on December 23, 1963, by United Artists, "One Man's Way" received positive reviews, with New York Times critic Howard Thompson praising it as a thoughtful and genteel biographical tribute that maintains an unpretentious tone. The film offers insight into Peale's journey of faith and determination.