Pistol: The Birth of a Legend

Frank C. Schröder
1991-09-29

The story behind the life of one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
6.6
90 min

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.

Cast

Name Character Team
Millie Perkins Helen Maravich Unowned
Nick Benedict Press Maravich Unowned
Adam Guier Pete Maravich Unowned
Murrell Garland Coach Pendleton Unowned
Tom Lester Pete as adult Unowned
Buddy Petrie Buddy Pendleton Unowned
Darrel Campbell Carl Connfield Unowned
Wendy Leblanc Sandy Unowned
John Richardson Moose Unowned
Melinda Walsh Rachel Unowned