The Basket
Originally released in 2000. The Basket is a drama film. directed by Rich Cowan.
Starring Peter Coyote, Karen Allen, and Robert Burke
Synopsis
Peter Coyote (E.T., Erin Brokovich) and Karen Allen (The Perfect Storm) star in this touching family drama about the unifying power of basketball in a community torn apart by war. Both a riveting sports film and a tale of triumph over adversity, The Basket is "a hoop dream movie with a whole lot of heart" (Dallas Morning News)! In 1918, when the wheat-farming townspeople of Waterville, Washington, welcome home their first wounded son from WWI, they'restruck by the harsh reality of war. And just as bigotry and hatred toward two German orphans dividethe close-knit community, a new schoolteacher, Martin (Coyote), rolls into town with some strange ideas and an even stranger leather ball. Through the brand-new game called basketball, Martin strivesto bring harmony to the town...before it tears itself apart!
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 5, 2000
25 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Box Office
$619K
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $619,042
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Basket about?
Peter Coyote (E.T., Erin Brokovich) and Karen Allen (The Perfect Storm) star in this touching family drama about the unifying power of basketball in a community torn apart by war. Both a riveting s...
Who directed The Basket?
The Basket was directed by Rich Cowan.
How long is The Basket?
The Basket has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Basket released?
The Basket was released on May 5, 2000 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Basket?
The main cast of The Basket includes Peter Coyote, Karen Allen, Robert Burke, Amber Willenborg, Jack MacDonald.