The Comeback Kid
1980, English. Directed by Peter Levin.
The only error Bubba made was falling in love.
A down-on his-luck baseball pitcher finds a new set of rewards coaching a gang of underprivileged youngsters and romancing a career-oriented playground supervisor who, against her better judgment, put the kids in his charge.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 11 April 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Joe S. Landon
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How long is The Comeback Kid?
The Comeback Kid runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does The Comeback Kid have a post-credits scene?
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The Comeback Kid parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Comeback Kid is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Comeback Kid on?
The Comeback Kid isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 11 April 1980. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Comeback Kid?
If you liked The Comeback Kid, try Good Advice, Take Me Out to the Ball Game, A Night at the Roxbury.
Who directed The Comeback Kid?
The Comeback Kid (1980) was directed by Peter Levin and stars John Ritter, Susan Dey, Doug McKeon.