The Penalty King

The Penalty King

Who needs eyes when you've got balls?!

2006 · 90 min · ★ 6.7 · Comedy

Lee, a soccer player who descends into depression when he goes blind, is encouraged to take up the game again by a maverick American and the inspiration of Leeds Utd legend, Billy Bremner.

Directed by Chris Cook · Written by Chris Cook

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