Hotshot(1987)
It takes more than talent to become a winner.
Hotshot 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.
Hotshot (1987) is a drama film directed by Rick King, released on January 23, 1987 with a runtime of 1h 39m. It stars Jim Youngs, Pelé, Mario Van Peebles and Penelope Ann Miller. Viewers rate it 4.4 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Rick King
- Writers:
- Rick King, Joe Sauter, Bill Guttentag
- Cinematographer:
- Edgar Moura
- Composer:
- William Orbit
- Production:
- Film Quest, Hang Tough Associates
- Status:
- Released
Hotshot (1987) Trailer
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Hotshot Videos & Clips
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Hotshot Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jim Youngs
as Jimmy Kristidis
Pelé
as Santos
Mario Van Peebles
as Winston
Penelope Ann Miller
as Mary
Leon Russom
as Coach
Billy Warlock
as Vinnie Fortino
Jeremy Green
as Anna Fortino
- Weyman Thompson
Weyman Thompson
as Roy
Rutanya Alda
as Georgia Kristidis
Peter Henry Schroeder
as Nick Kristidis
David Groh
as Jerry Norton
- Greg Beecroft
Greg Beecroft
as Pete
Key crew
Directed by Rick King, written by Rick King, Joe Sauter and Bill Guttentag.
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Hotshot Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.4/10 from 7 ratings.
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Hotshot – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Hotshot online?
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Hotshot (1987) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Hotshot?
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The main cast of Hotshot (1987) includes Jim Youngs, Pelé, Mario Van Peebles, Penelope Ann Miller and Leon Russom. The film was directed by Rick King. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Hotshot released?
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Hotshot was released on January 23, 1987 and runs for 1h 39m.
Is Hotshot worth watching?
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Hotshot (1987) holds an average rating of 4.4 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Hotshot?
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Yes. The official Hotshot trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.