The Best of Times

The Best of Times

A comedy about life, hope, and getting even.

1986 · 104 min · ★ 5.7 · Comedy

A small-town loser determines to have one more shot at the big time by winning a football game.

Directed by Roger Spottiswoode · Written by Ron Shelton

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