A Shining Season
Synopsis
The true story of University of New Mexico track star John Baker who, dying of cancer, spent his remaining time coaching a losing girls' track team to a winning season.
Top Cast
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Timothy Bottoms
John Baker
Allyn Ann McLerie
Polly Baker
Constance Forslund
Mary Anne
Ed Begley Jr.
John Haaland
Rip Torn
Jack Baker
Mason Adams
Dr. Ed Johnson
Ellen Geer
Veta Mercer
Arthur Rosenberg
Emmett Duncan
Steve Shaw
Ron Bellamy
Tamar Howard
Stephanie Keel
Michael Sharrett
Chuck Lander
Gene D. Jackson
Adolph Plummer
Gary Kanin
The Announcer
Samantha Paris
Jill Baker
James Edgcomb
Mr. Keel
Becky Murdock
Mrs. Keel
Wade Stevens
Lab Technician
Bill Dowson
Reverend Hawk
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1984
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stuart Margolin
- Screenplay & Story
- William Harrison, William Buchanan
- Original Score
- Richard Bellis
- Original Title
- A Shining Season
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Green/Epstein Productions, Columbia Pictures Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stuart Margolin
William Harrison, William Buchanan
Richard Bellis
Andrew Jackson
Richard Bracken
Allen S. Epstein, Jim Green, Harry Thomason
Department Leadership Roster
William Harrison
Writer
Harry Thomason
Producer
Andrew Jackson
Director of Photography
Richard Bracken
Editor
Grady Hunt
Costume Design
Stuart Margolin
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Shining Season.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Shining Season
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Shining Season about?
The true story of University of New Mexico track star John Baker who, dying of cancer, spent his remaining time coaching a losing girls' track team to a winning season.
Who directed A Shining Season?
A Shining Season was directed by Stuart Margolin.
Who stars in A Shining Season?
The principal cast of A Shining Season includes Timothy Bottoms, Allyn Ann McLerie, Constance Forslund, Ed Begley Jr., Rip Torn.
When was A Shining Season released and how long is it?
A Shining Season was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for A Shining Season?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Shining Season was composed by Richard Bellis.
Is A Shining Season based on a book or true story?
A Shining Season is adapted from the following source material: Book: "William Buchanan".