The Rookie

Sometimes dreams come back to life.

20022h 7m6.8(508 votes)

DramaFamily

Synopsis

Jim Morris never made it out of the minor leagues before a shoulder injury ended his pitching career twelve years ago. Now a married-with-children high-school chemistry teacher and baseball coach in Texas, Jim's team makes a deal with him: if they win the district championship, Jim will try out with…

The Rookie (2002) is a drama and family film directed by John Lee Hancock. It stars Dennis Quaid, Rachel Griffiths, and Jay Hernandez. The film runs for 2 hours 7 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.8 out of 10 from 508 votes.

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Director

John Lee Hancock

Cast

Dennis Quaid

Jimmy Morris

Rachel Griffiths

Lorri Morris

Jay Hernandez

Joaquin 'Wack' Campos

Beth Grant

Olline

Angus T. Jones

Hunter Morris

Brian Cox

Jim Morris Sr.

Rick Gonzalez

Rudy Bonilla

Is The Rookie Worth Watching?

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Rookie

Where can I watch The Rookie?

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Who stars in The Rookie?

The Rookie stars Dennis Quaid, Rachel Griffiths, Jay Hernandez, and Beth Grant, and was directed by John Lee Hancock.

How long is The Rookie?

The Rookie has a runtime of 2 hours 7 minutes.

When did The Rookie come out?

The Rookie was released in 2002.

What genre is The Rookie?

The Rookie is a drama and family film.

Is The Rookie worth watching?

The Rookie holds an average audience score of 6.8 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.