High Expectations

High Expectations

NR 2022 · 96 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama, Family

Jack Davis finds himself adrift after his father, the legendary Coach Davis, cuts him from his renowned soccer club, the Carolina Mantis. Estranged from his father, at odds with his brother, Mantis All-Star goalie Sam, and desperate for purpose, Jack turns to his ex-girlfriend Sophia. Jack is inspired by her tough love and unwavering pursuit to become a recording artist. He tackles his depression and takes one last shot at his lifelong dream, by trying out for a rival soccer club. Can Jack finally prove that he is worthy of his dad's love? Can he forgive and believe in second chances?

Directed by Jonathan Southard · Written by Kristinn Thordarson

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Kelsey Grammer
Taylor Gray Jack
Shaun MacLean Paul Davis
Ally Brooke Sofia
Brook Sill Sarah
Josh Ventura Dennis
Ben VanderMey Greg
Andi Matheny Joan
Briana Scurry Coach Scurry
Patricia Fauscett Thompson Executive Board Member
Seth Dousman Joe
Alec Lipscomb Young Sam

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