Pistol: The Birth of a Legend
1991, English. Directed by Frank C. Schröder.
The story behind the life of one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
A story about the great basketball player "Pistol" Pete Maravich when he was in the eighth grade. He plays on the varsity basketball team at Daniel High School but has some very difficult obstacles standing in his way of playing. The only support he has is from his father, retired basketball pro Press Maravich.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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- Released
- 29 September 1991
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Peter Maravich
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What Pistol: The Birth of a Legend is based on
Pistol: The Birth of a Legend is based on a true story.
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Pistol: The Birth of a Legend runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
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Pistol: The Birth of a Legend parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Pistol: The Birth of a Legend is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Pistol: The Birth of a Legend on?
Pistol: The Birth of a Legend isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 29 September 1991. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Pistol: The Birth of a Legend?
If you liked Pistol: The Birth of a Legend, try The Perfect Game, Hoovey, A Second Chance: Rivals!.
Who directed Pistol: The Birth of a Legend?
Pistol: The Birth of a Legend (1991) was directed by Frank C. Schröder and stars Millie Perkins, Nick Benedict, Adam Guier.
What is Pistol: The Birth of a Legend based on?
Pistol: The Birth of a Legend is based on a true story.