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Spooner
Spooner
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Spooner

1989
1h 38m
Drama

Status

Released

Release

1989

Runtime

1h 38m

Storyline

An escaped convict starts a new life as a Texas high school English teacher and wrestling coach, attempting to turn a fledgling team into a championship squad. He tries to make a difference in the life of a tough juvenile delinquent and falls in love with a fellow teacher, all while trying to keep out of sight of pursuing lawmen.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 38m
Dec 2, 1989
Languages
English
Director
George T. Miller
George T. Miller
Production
Walt Disney Television
Walt Disney Television

Top Cast

6 Cast Members

Robert Urich

Robert Urich

Michael Gillette / Harry Spooner

Jane Kaczmarek

Jane Kaczmarek

Gail Archer

Brent David Fraser

Brent David Fraser

Shane

Conrad Bachmann

Conrad Bachmann

Gary Bairos

Wrestler

Paul Gleason

Paul Gleason

Roland Hyde

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