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Pistol: The Birth of a Legend

Pistol: The Birth of a Legend

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

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Pistol: The Birth of a Legend
  • Genres: Drama, Family
  • Release Date: 1991-09-29
  • Runtime: 90 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (22 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: L.A. Film Partners
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.329
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Millie Perkins

Millie Perkins

as Helen Maravich

Nick Benedict

Nick Benedict

as Press Maravich

Adam Guier

Adam Guier

as Pete Maravich

Murrell Garland

Murrell Garland

as Coach Pendleton

Tom Lester

Tom Lester

as Pete as adult

Buddy Petrie

Buddy Petrie

as Buddy Pendleton

Darrel Campbell

Darrel Campbell

as Carl Connfield

Wendy Leblanc

Wendy Leblanc

as Sandy

John Richardson

John Richardson

as Moose

Melinda Walsh

Melinda Walsh

as Rachel

Gallery

Movie scene

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pistol: The Birth of a Legend?

Pistol: The Birth of a Legend is a Drama, Family movie directed by . It was released on 1991-09-29.

Who are the main actors in Pistol: The Birth of a Legend?

The main cast includes Millie Perkins, Nick Benedict, Adam Guier, Murrell Garland, Tom Lester, .

Where can I watch Pistol: The Birth of a Legend online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Pistol: The Birth of a Legend is available.

Is Pistol: The Birth of a Legend based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of Pistol: The Birth of a Legend?

Pistol: The Birth of a Legend has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 22 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Pistol: The Birth of a Legend?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Pistol: The Birth of a Legend?

The soundtrack was composed by L.A. Film Partners. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Pistol: The Birth of a Legend filmed?

Pistol: The Birth of a Legend was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Pistol: The Birth of a Legend?

The total runtime of Pistol: The Birth of a Legend is 90 minutes.

Is Pistol: The Birth of a Legend suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Pistol: The Birth of a Legend?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Pistol: The Birth of a Legend.

Does Pistol: The Birth of a Legend have a post-credit scene?

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