The Winning Way (1953)
"The All American" (original title)

Nick Bonelli, quarterback for Mid-State, proves himself an All American in the championship, but his parents die in an auto accident coming to the game. Nick decides to transfer to Sheridan... See full summary »

Director:

Jesse Hibbs

Writers:

D.D. Beauchamp, Leonard Freeman (story),

Stars:

Tony Curtis, Lori Nelson, Richard Long

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Tony Curtis	...	Nick Bonelli
Lori Nelson	...	Sharon Wallace
Richard Long	...	Howard Carter
Mamie Van Doren	...	Susie Ward
Gregg Palmer	...	Hunter Cameron (as Palmer Lee)
Paul Cavanagh	...	Prof. Carl Banning
Barney Phillips	...	Coach Clipper Colton
Jimmy Hunt	...	Whizzer
Stuart Whitman	...	Zip Parker
Douglas Kennedy	...	Tate Hardy
Donald Randolph	...	David Carter
Herman Hickman	...	Coach Jumbo Campbell
Frank Gifford	...	Stan Pomeroy
Tom Harmon	...	Tom Harmon
Jim Sears	...	Dartmore Quarterback

Storyline

Nick Bonelli, quarterback for Mid-State, proves himself an All American in the championship, but his parents die in an auto accident coming to the game. Nick decides to transfer to Sheridan University to pursue his real interest of studying architecture. His decision not to join the football team causes considerable friction for him at his new alma mater, particularly with Howard Carter who sees him as a rival. Romantic interests complicate Nick's life and he must make decisions about his future.

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Plot Keywords:

american football

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Genres:

Drama | Romance | Sport

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Certificate:

Approved

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

October 1953 (USA)

Also Known As:

Alma Invencível

Filming Locations:

Alumni Park - 3551 Trousdale Parkway, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Universal International Pictures (UI)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

83 min

Sound Mix:

Mono (Western Electric Recording)

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.37 : 1

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