Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story (1992)
Chronicling the short but eventful life of Hank Gathers (played by Donny B. Lord as a child and Victor Love as a young adult), this fact-based drama chronicles the hoopster's rise from the inner city of Philadelphia to a starring role on Loyola Marymount's basketball team before a heart condition cut his career short. Nell Carter plays Hank's supportive mom, and George Kennedy portrays a neighborhood priest who inspired the boy.
Director: Charles Braverman
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: April 1, 1992
Cast
- Victor Love - Hank Gathers
- Duane Davis - Bo Kimble
- George Kennedy - Father Dave Hagan
- Nell Carter - Lucille Gathers
- Kevin C. White - Derrick Gathers
- Sam Hennings - Coach Spencer
- Sarah Trigger - TV Reporter
- Brad Butcher - Young Hank
- Baldwin C. Sykes - Specs
- Michael D. Hall - Heat Gates
Screenplay
Music: Stanley Clarke
Cinematography: Stephen Ashley Blake
Production: Tribune Entertainment, McGillen Entertainment, Alexander/Enright & Associates
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Charles Braverman
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story about?
- Chronicling the short but eventful life of Hank Gathers (played by Donny B. Lord as a child and Victor Love as a young adult), this fact-based drama chronicles the hoopster's rise from the inner city of Philadelphia to a starring role on Loyola Marymount's basketball team before a heart condition cut his career short. Nell Carter plays Hank's supportive mom, and George Kennedy portrays a neighborhood priest who inspired the boy.
- Who directed Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story?
- Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story was directed by Charles Braverman.
- Who stars in Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story?
- Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story stars Victor Love, Duane Davis, George Kennedy, Nell Carter, Kevin C. White, Sam Hennings.
- How long is Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story?
- Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story?
- Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story produced?
- Final Shot: The Hank Gathers Story was produced in United States of America.