Pistol: The Birth of a Legend (1991)

  • G
  • 09/29/1991 (US)
  • Drama, Family
  • 1h 30m

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

Overview

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.

Frank C. Schröder

Director

Darrel Campbell

Novel

Peter Maravich

Story

Cast

Millie Perkins's headshot

Millie Perkins

Helen Maravich
Nick Benedict's headshot

Nick Benedict

Press Maravich
Adam Guier's headshot

Adam Guier

Pete Maravich
Murrell Garland's headshot

Murrell Garland

Coach Pendleton
Tom Lester's headshot

Tom Lester

Pete as adult
Buddy Petrie's headshot

Buddy Petrie

Buddy Pendleton
Darrel Campbell's headshot

Darrel Campbell

Carl Connfield
Wendy Leblanc's headshot

Wendy Leblanc

Sandy

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