Best Player
“Do you have what it takes to be the best?”
Synopsis
After his parents decide to move to a retirement home in Florida, professional gamer Quincy “Q” Johnson (Jerry Trainor) must find a way to raise 175,000 dollars to buy his family home. After hearing about a tournament for the game “Black Hole” with a grand prize of 175,500 dollars, Quincy enters the tournament, only to be faced with a new challenge. An equally skilled gamer, named Chris Saunders “Prodigy” (Jeanette McCurdy), has become the one block in Quincy’s plan, defeating him at every turn. Quincy then teams-up with his friend Wendell (Amir Talai), to try and find ways to stop Chris from entering the tournament.
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[HD] "Best Player" Official Trailer - New Nickelodeon Movie
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-02-12
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 12, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Damon Santostefano
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Amberg
- Original Title
- Best Player
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Pacific Bay Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Damon Santostefano
Richard Amberg
Jon Joffin
Tony Lombardo
Scott McAboy, Lauren Levine
Department Leadership Roster
Damon Santostefano
Director
Richard Amberg
Writer
Tony Lombardo
Editor
Jon Joffin
Director of Photography
Scott McAboy
Producer
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Best Player
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What is Best Player about?
After his parents decide to move to a retirement home in Florida, professional gamer Quincy “Q” Johnson (Jerry Trainor) must find a way to raise 175,000 dollars to buy his family home. After hearing about a tournament for the game “Black Hole” with a grand prize of 175,500 dollars, Quincy enters the tournament, only to be faced with a new challenge. An equally skilled gamer, named Chris Saunders “Prodigy” (Jeanette McCurdy), has become the one block in Quincy’s plan, defeating him at every turn. Quincy then teams-up with his friend Wendell (Amir Talai), to try and find ways to stop Chris from entering the tournament.
Who directed Best Player?
Best Player was directed by Damon Santostefano.
Who stars in Best Player?
The principal cast of Best Player includes Jerry Trainor, Jennette McCurdy, Janet Varney, Jean-Luc Bilodeau, Amir Talai.
When was Best Player released and how long is it?
Best Player was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Best Player?
Best Player holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).