Polly—Comin’ Home (television) Television movie; aired on NBC on November 18, 1990. Polly restores racial and political harmony in a town split in two in this musical sequel. 120 min. Directed by Debbie Allen. Stars Keshia Knight Pulliam (Polly), Phylicia Rashad (Aunt Polly), Dorian Harewood (Dr. Shannon), Barbara Montgomery (Mrs. Conley), Brandon Adams (Jimmy Bean), Celeste Holm (Miss Snow), Anthony Newley (Dabney Mayhew).