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Champions (2023)
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Champions (2023)

Genre
Comedy,Drama
Release Date
March 10, 2023
Studio
Universal Pictures
Official Site
https://www.focusfeatures.com/champions
Genre
Comedy,Drama
Release Date
March 10, 2023
MPAA Rating
-
Duration
124 minute(s)
Production Budget
-
Studio
Universal Pictures
Official Site
https://www.focusfeatures.com/champions
Director
Bobby Farrelly
Producer
Paul Brooks, Scott Niemeyer, Jeremy Plager
Screenwriter
Mark Rizzo
Starring
  • Woody Harrelson stars in this as Coach Marcus
  • along with Ernie Hudson
  • Cheech Marin
  • Matt Cook
  • Kaitlin Olson
  • Madison Tevlin
  • Joshua Felder
  • Kevin Iannucci
  • Ashton Gunning
  • Matthew Von Der Ahe

Woody Harrelson stars as Marcus, a stubborn and hot-headed minor-league basketball coach whose life takes an unexpected turn after a career-ending mistake lands him in court-ordered community service. His sentence? Coaching a basketball team of players with intellectual disabilities, a task he approaches with dismissive reluctance. Under the direction of Bobby Farrelly, this heartfelt comedy-drama finds Marcus initially clashing with his determined new team, including the spirited Johnny, played by Kevin Iannucci, and the fiercely independent Cosentino, portrayed by Madison Tevlin. As Marcus is forced to confront his own preconceptions, he begins to form genuine bonds with the athletes, discovering their unique talents, unwavering spirit, and surprising insights into the game—and life itself. What starts as a begrudging obligation slowly transforms into a journey of unexpected growth, challenging Marcus to become not just a better coach, but a better person, all while leading this unlikely group toward their shot at a championship.