Home Team 1999
"A Movie With a Kick!"
In *Home Team (1999)*, director Allan A. Goldstein crafts a heartfelt comedy that blends football passion with redemption, following Henry Butler—a charismatic but troubled athlete whose life spirals due to gambling.
Director: Allan A. Goldstein
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Home Team (1999) about?
This family comedy-drama follows a former soccer star, Henry Butler, who's forced to serve community service at a children's shelter after a gambling scandal derails his career. When the shelter burns down, the kids he mentors rally together for a new purpose—competing not for glory, but for their home's survival.
Who directed Home Team?
Allan A. Goldstein, known for directing family-friendly and sports-themed films, helmed *Home Team (1999)*.
Who stars in Home Team?
The cast includes Steve Guttenberg as Henry Butler, Sophie Lorain, Ryan Slater, Michel Perron, and Carl Alacchi, bringing warmth and humor to the story.
Is Home Team (1999) worth watching?
For fans of lighthearted sports comedies with emotional depth, *Home Team* delivers a solid 91-minute escape. While it's not a blockbuster, its themes of redemption and community make it a cozy watch for families or nostalgic 90s movie buffs.
How long is Home Team?
Home Team runs for 91 minutes.
About Home Team (1999) — A redemption tale where soccer meets second chances
In *Home Team (1999)*, director Allan A. Goldstein crafts a heartfelt comedy that blends football passion with redemption, following Henry Butler—a charismatic but troubled athlete whose life spirals due to gambling. Sentenced to community service at a children's shelter, Butler initially resists the idea of coaching a young soccer team, but fate has other plans when the home's future hangs in the balance. As the team rallies around a shared cause after their facility burns down, Butler discovers a second chance at purpose, forging bonds that transcend wins and losses. This family-friendly dramedy captures the underdog spirit of 1990s sports films, weaving themes of second chances and community resilience with a lighthearted yet meaningful tone.
Steve Guttenberg stars as the reluctant mentor, bringing his signature charm to a role that balances humor and sincerity. Sophie Lorain and Ryan Slater round out the cast as figures who challenge Butler's cynicism, while the movie's straightforward storytelling and upbeat energy make it a nostalgic pick for fans of early 2000s family sports stories.