The 6th Man
1997, English. Directed by Randall Miller.
They're lifting the game to a higher level
A college athlete returns from the dead to help his brother's basketball team win the NCAA title.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 180 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The 6th Man
The 6th Man is streaming on Starz in India.
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Cast & crew
- Randall MillerDirector
- Marlon WayansKenny Tyler
- Kadeem HardisonAntoine Tyler
- David PaymerCoach Pederson
- Michael MicheleR.C. St. John
- Octavia SpencerNativity Watson
- Saundra McClainCamille Tyler
- Harold SylvesterJames Tyler
- Kevin DunnMikulski
- Chris SpencerJimmy Stubbs
- Paul Ben-VictorBernie
- Chris TurnerJordy
- Gary JonesGertz
Details
- Released
- 28 March 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Christopher Reed, Cynthia Carle, Don Rhymer
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The 6th Man: quick answers
Is The 6th Man worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 180 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The 6th Man?
The 6th Man runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does The 6th Man have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The 6th Man. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The 6th Man parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The 6th Man is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The 6th Man on?
The 6th Man is streaming on Starz in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The 6th Man?
If you liked The 6th Man, try Dead Like Me: Life After Death, Unicorn Store, Drop Dead Fred.
Who directed The 6th Man?
The 6th Man (1997) was directed by Randall Miller and stars Marlon Wayans, Kadeem Hardison, David Paymer.