The Best of Times
1986, English. Directed by Roger Spottiswoode.
A comedy about life, hope, and getting even.
A small-town loser determines to have one more shot at the big time by winning a football game.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch The Best of Times
The Best of Times isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Roger SpottiswoodeDirector
- Robin WilliamsJack Dundee
- Kurt RussellReno Hightower
- Pamela ReedGigi Hightower
- Holly PalanceElly Dundee
- Donald MoffatHerbert ("The Colonel")
- Margaret WhittonDarla Robinson
- M. Emmet WalshCharlie
- Donovan ScottEddie
- R.G. ArmstrongSchutte
- Dub TaylorMac
- Carl BallantineArturo
- Kathleen FreemanRosie
Details
- Released
- 31 January 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ron Shelton
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The Best of Times: quick answers
Is The Best of Times worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 144 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Best of Times?
The Best of Times runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Best of Times have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Best of Times. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Best of Times parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Best of Times is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Best of Times on?
The Best of Times isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Best of Times?
If you liked The Best of Times, try Thunderstruck, The Replacements, Taking Care of Business.
Who directed The Best of Times?
The Best of Times (1986) was directed by Roger Spottiswoode and stars Robin Williams, Kurt Russell, Pamela Reed.