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The wealthy members of an exclusive backwoods retreat face an existential threat from both a disgruntled former manager as well as a subversive, anarchistic current member.
The Sporting Club (1971) is a comedy film directed by Larry Peerce, released on February 28, 1971 with a runtime of 1h 47m. It stars Robert Fields, Nicolas Coster, Margaret Blye and Jack Warden. Viewers rate it 4.2 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
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Robert Fields
as Vernur Stanton
Nicolas Coster
as James Quinn
Margaret Blye
as Janey
Jack Warden
as Earl Olive
Richard Dysart
as Spengler
James Noble
as Canon Pritchard
Ralph Waite
as Olson
Jo Ann Harris
as Lu
Linda Blair
as Barby
Anne Ramsey
as Scott's Wife
Helen Craig
as Mrs. Olds
Lois Markle
as Sheilah
Directed by Larry Peerce, written by Lorenzo Semple Jr. and Thomas McGuane, produced by Lee Rich.
Average viewer score of 4.2/10 from 7 ratings.
THE SPORTING CLUB (1971) - Businessman James Quinn (Nicolas Coster) sets out for a peaceful getaway of hunting, fishing, and drinking at the Centennial Club, a backwoods retreat whose wealthy members all value insularity and tradition. All, that is, except for Vernur Stanton (Robert Fields), a simmering provocateur and anarchist whose favorite pastime is engaging in Alexander Hamilton/Aaron Burr-style gun duels.…
Reviewed on April 4, 2020
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The main cast of The Sporting Club (1971) includes Robert Fields, Nicolas Coster, Margaret Blye, Jack Warden and Richard Dysart. The film was directed by Larry Peerce. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
The Sporting Club was released on February 28, 1971 and runs for 1h 47m.
The Sporting Club (1971) holds an average rating of 4.2 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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