The Pistol: The Birth of a Legend

"The story behind the life of one of the greatest basketball players of all time."

Jan 25 1991 G 1h 30m
Biography, Drama, Sport

A story about the great basketball player "Pistol" Pete Maravich when he was in the eighth grade. He plays on the varsity basketball team at Daniel High School but has some very difficult obstacles standing in his way of playing. The only support he has is from his father, retired basketball pro Press Maravich.

Plot

A story about the great basketball player "Pistol" Pete Maravich when he was in the eighth grade. He plays on the varsity basketball team at Daniel High School but has some very difficult obstacles standing in his way of playing. The only support he has is from his father, retired basketball pro Press Maravich.

Written by

Darrel Campbell, Peter Maravich

Directed by

Frank C. Schroeder

Cast

Millie Perkins, Nick Benedict, Adam Guier

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

L.A. Film Partners

Languages

English

Awards

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