Manny's Orphans
Synopsis
Manny coaches soccer for the fashionable Creighton Hall school, but is relieved of duty because he is 'not a good match' for the school. He finds a job at a Catholic home for orphans, where he forms a new soccer team, with the help of one very good player Pepe who turns out to be a girl. 'Pepe' is the sister of one of the orphans, who comes to the all-boy orphanage posing as a boy, because her former foster home was an abusive environment. Along the way, Manny has incurred a gambling debt, his creditors begin to lean on him, and the boys find out. They set up a soccer game and stake the outcome against Manny's debt. If they win, the debt will be forgiven.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 2, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sean S. Cunningham
- Screenplay & Story
- Victor Miller
- Original Score
- Harry Manfredini
- Original Title
- Manny's Orphans
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Sean S. Cunningham Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sean S. Cunningham
Victor Miller, Steve Miner
Harry Manfredini
Barry Abrams
Steve Miner
Sean S. Cunningham, Steve Miner
Department Leadership Roster
Sean S. Cunningham
Director
Victor Miller
Screenplay
Sean S. Cunningham
Producer
Steve Miner
Producer
Steve Miner
Editor
Barry Abrams
Director of Photography
Harry Manfredini
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Manny's Orphans
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Manny's Orphans about?
Manny coaches soccer for the fashionable Creighton Hall school, but is relieved of duty because he is 'not a good match' for the school. He finds a job at a Catholic home for orphans, where he forms a new soccer team, with the help of one very good player Pepe who turns out to be a girl. 'Pepe' is the sister of one of the orphans, who comes to the all-boy orphanage posing as a boy, because her former foster home was an abusive environment. Along the way, Manny has incurred a gambling debt, his creditors begin to lean on him, and the boys find out. They set up a soccer game and stake the outcome against Manny's debt. If they win, the debt will be forgiven.
Who directed Manny's Orphans?
Manny's Orphans was directed by Sean S. Cunningham.
Who stars in Manny's Orphans?
The principal cast of Manny's Orphans includes Malachy McCourt, Chet Doherty, Sel Skolnick, Xavier Rodrigo, Melissa Valentin.
When was Manny's Orphans released and how long is it?
Manny's Orphans was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Manny's Orphans?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Manny's Orphans was composed by Harry Manfredini.