Pistol: The Birth of a Legend
The story behind the life of one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
1991 • 104 min • Drama · Family
Synopsis
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.
Our family guide
Best from age 7- 64 Audience · 25 · 100%
This biographical drama follows eighth-grader Pete Maravich as he strives to play high school varsity basketball, facing obstacles with only his ex-pro father's support. It's a tale of determination and family bonds in the world of youth sports.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 0/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 0/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- Some sports-related conflict
What it models well
- Perseverance and dedication
- Strong father-son bond
- Pursuit of excellence
Talk about it after
- The importance of practice
- Overcoming challenges and setbacks
- Balancing personal goals with team play
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Top billed cast
Director: Frank C. Schröder • Crew: Peter Maravich
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 6.4/10 (25)
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- IMDb
- tt0102674