Fast Break (1979) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Fast Break (1979) — David Greene is a New York basketball enthusiast, who wants to coach. He is then Streaming on Amazon Video, Apple TV ...
Fast Break (1979) Storyline
David Greene is a New York basketball enthusiast, who wants to coach. He is then offered the coaching job at a small Nevada college. He brings along some players, who are a bit odd but good. Like Swish who unknown to the rest of the team is a girl. Preacher, who's being sought by some nefarious characters. And D.C., who's a fugitive. And along with some of the students at the college, he turns them into a contender. In order to give the tam the respect they deserve and some exposure, Greene schemes to try and get the number 1 team led by Bo Winnegar, to play them.
Full Cast & Crew
- Gabe Kaplan as David Greene
- Harold Sylvester as D.C.
- Michael Warren as Preacher
- Bernard King as Hustler
- Reb Brown as Bull
- Mavis Washington as Swish
- Bert Remsen as Bo Winnegar
- Randee Heller as Jan
- Connie Sawyer as Mom
- John Chappell as Alton Gutkas
- Rhonda Bates as Enid Gutkas
- K Callan as Ms. Tidwell
- Marty Zagon as Henry
- Richard Brestoff as Howard
- Doria Cook-Nelson as Snooty Girl
Why Watch Fast Break?
The Vibe: Fast Break is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1979. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 4.8/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with comedy-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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