Hotshot
“It takes more than talent to become a winner.”
Synopsis
The story of an American soccer player trying to make it big who turns to Pele, the greatest soccer player of all time, for guidance.
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Official Trailer #2Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-04-19
Top Cast
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Jim Youngs
Jimmy Kristidis
Pelé
Santos
Mario Van Peebles
Winston
Penelope Ann Miller
Mary
Leon Russom
Coach
Billy Warlock
Vinnie Fortino
Jeremy Green
Anna Fortino
Weyman Thompson
Roy
Rutanya Alda
Georgia Kristidis
Peter Henry Schroeder
Nick Kristidis
David Groh
Jerry Norton
Greg Beecroft
Pete
Karen Shallo
Sayed Badreya
Mohamed
Jimmy Smits
Stars Team Member
Carlos Buti
Thomas Barbour
Doug Barron
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 23, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rick King
- Screenplay & Story
- Rick King, Joe Sauter
- Original Score
- William Orbit
- Original Title
- Hotshot
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Film Quest, Hang Tough Associates
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rick King
Rick King, Joe Sauter, Bill Guttentag
William Orbit
Edgar Moura, Gregory Andracke
Department Leadership Roster
Rick King
Director
Rick King
Screenplay
Joe Sauter
Screenplay
Edgar Moura
Director of Photography
Gregory Andracke
Director of Photography
William Orbit
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hotshot
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hotshot about?
The story of an American soccer player trying to make it big who turns to Pele, the greatest soccer player of all time, for guidance.
Who directed Hotshot?
Hotshot was directed by Rick King.
Who stars in Hotshot?
The principal cast of Hotshot includes Jim Youngs, Pelé, Mario Van Peebles, Penelope Ann Miller, Leon Russom.
When was Hotshot released and how long is it?
Hotshot was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Hotshot?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hotshot was composed by William Orbit.