Something for Joey (TV 1977)

96 min - Drama | Sport

7.6

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This is based on the true story about the relationship between Penn State football player John Cappelletti and his younger brother Joey... See full summary »

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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
	Geraldine Page	...	Ann Cappelletti
	Gerald S. O'Loughlin	...	John Cappelletti Sr
	Marc Singer	...	John Cappelletti
	Jeff Lynas	...	Joey Cappelletti
	Linda Kelsey	...	Joyce Cappelletti, Narrator
	Brian Farrell	...	Marty Cappelletti
	Kathleen Beller	...	Jean Cappelletti
	Steve Guttenberg	...	Mike Cappelletti
	Paul Picerni	...	Joe Paterno
	Stephen Parr	...	Eddie O'Neil
	David Hooks	...	Archbishop
	June Dayton	...	Mrs. Frome
	James Karen	...	Dr. Wingreen
	David Garfield	...	Dr. Klunick
	Kevin McKenzie	...	Mark

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This is based on the true story about the relationship between Penn State football player John Cappelletti and his younger brother Joey, who has lukemia. John and Joey's bond is a strong one. Joey hangs out with John in the Penn State locker room, and inspires him to be the top college football player in the country. Their bond knows no boundries and goes beyond making touchdowns and winning awards. Written by Pat McCurry <ccgrad97@aol.com>

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