Playing for Keeps (2012)

A washed-up, former soccer star attempts to rebuild his relationship with his son and ex-wife by coaching his son's soccer team.

Director: Gabriele Muccino
Cast: Gerard Butler, Judy Greer, Dennis Quaid, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Uma Thurman, James Tupper, Jessica Biel, Noah Lomax, Grant Goodman, Abella Wyss
Runtime: 01h 41m
Type: Movie

Playing for Keeps (2012)

A washed-up, former soccer star attempts to rebuild his relationship with his son and ex-wife by coaching his son's soccer team.

Director: Gabriele Muccino
Cast: Gerard Butler, Judy Greer, Dennis Quaid, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Uma Thurman, James Tupper, Jessica Biel, Noah Lomax, Grant Goodman, Abella Wyss
Runtime: 01h 41m
Type: Movie
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