The World's Greatest Athlete
1973, English. Directed by Robert Scheerer.
From the JUNGLE to the GYM...He's the Greatest!
Stuck with a feeble sports department, college coach Sam Archer (John Amos) faces the ax unless he can reverse the school's athletic fortunes. An African vacation with his assistant (Tim Conway) answers Archer's prayers when he spots the athletically gifted Nanu (Jan-Michael Vincent). Sam counts on Nanu's remarkable abilities to put the team back on the winning track. This upbeat farce boasts an impressive cast of comedians.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- Robert ScheererDirector
- Jan-Michael VincentNanu
- Tim ConwayMilo Jackson
- John AmosCoach Sam Archer
- Roscoe Lee BrowneGazenga
- Dayle HaddonJane
- Billy De WolfeDean Maxwell
- Nancy WalkerMrs. Petersen
- Vito ScottiGames spectator
- Howard CosellHimself - Announcer
- Frank GiffordHimself - Announcer
- Jim McKayHimself - Announcer
- Dorothy ShayCast
Details
- Released
- 14 February 1973
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Gerald Gardner, Dee Caruso
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How long is The World's Greatest Athlete?
The World's Greatest Athlete runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does The World's Greatest Athlete have a post-credits scene?
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The World's Greatest Athlete parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The World's Greatest Athlete is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The World's Greatest Athlete on?
The World's Greatest Athlete isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The World's Greatest Athlete?
If you liked The World's Greatest Athlete, try Thunderstruck, The Air Up There, Rookie of the Year.
Who directed The World's Greatest Athlete?
The World's Greatest Athlete (1973) was directed by Robert Scheerer and stars Jan-Michael Vincent, Tim Conway, John Amos.