The Bad News Bears 1976
“The coach is waiting for his next beer. The pitcher is waiting for her first bra. The team is waiting for a miracle. Consider the possibilities.”
What is The Bad News Bears?
The Bad News Bears is a film first released in 1976. Catalogued under Family, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 6, 1976
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures
- Genres
- Family, Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
The Bad News Bears is a film first released in 1976. Catalogued under Family, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A down‑on‑his‑luck ex‑player leads a ragtag youth baseball team to chaos.”
- Humorous take on an underdog sports story
- Features a veteran coach character guiding misfit kids
- Jerry Fielding’s score adapts themes from Bizet’s Carmen
- Its humor reflects 1970s era sensibilities
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted sports comedies about unlikely underdogs.
The PG‑rated film offers family‑friendly comedy, though some jokes feel dated from the 1970s.
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What is the basic premise of the film?
An aging, down‑on‑his‑luck ex‑minor leaguer coaches a team of misfit kids in a competitive California little league.
Who composed the film’s music?
The score was composed by Jerry Fielding, incorporating themes from Bizet’s Carmen.
What rating does the movie have?
The film is rated PG.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Which genres does the film combine?
It blends family, comedy, and drama elements.
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