The Garbage Picking Field Goal Kicking Philadelphia Phenomenon (TV 1998)

A Philadelphia garbageman who develops his leg muscles from kicking the hydraulic lever on his truck is discovered by the Philadelphia Eagles and signed by them to become a kicker.

Director:

Tim Kelleher

Writers:

Tim Kelleher, Greg Fields

Stars:

Tony Danza, Jessica Tuck, Art LaFleur

Cast

Credited cast:
Tony Danza	...	Barney Gorman
Jessica Tuck	...	Marie Gorman
Art LaFleur	...	Gus Rogenheimer
Jaime Cardriche	...	Bubba
Julie Stewart	...	Eagles recruiter
Gil Filar	...	Danny Gorman
Al Ruscio	...	Barney's father
Ray Wise	...	Randolph Pratt
Chris Berman	...	Himself
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Rummy Bishop	...	Joe
Jason Blicker	...	Peter Gorman
Ken Daniels	...	Male Reporter
Danilo Di Julio	...	Dallas Cowboy #49
Dan Dierdorf	...	Himself
Ron Gabriel	...	Monty

Storyline

A Philadelphia garbageman who develops his leg muscles from kicking the hydraulic lever on his truck is discovered by the Philadelphia Eagles and signed by them to become a kicker.

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Plot Keywords:

obesity | garbage | touchdown | american football | exercising | 

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Sport

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

15 February 1998 (USA)

Also Known As:

The Philadelphia Phenomenon

Filming Locations:

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

Brillstein-Grey Entertainment, Walt Disney Television

Technical Specs

Runtime:

78 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The kicking stand-in for Tony Danza was Mike Vanderjagt, the former kicker for the Indianapolis Colts and Dallas Cowboys.

User Reviews

Great Kids' Movie and Fun for Adults, Too

If you are expecting a masterpiece, the title of this one tells you to look elsewhere. But if you are looking for some good, clean, fun with an unbelievable plot, look no further. The willing suspension of disbelief is important if you want to enjoy this film, but afterall, which of us doesn't have a little boy in us that still wants to be a professional football player someday? This film gives us the chance to see it happening to a deserving guy--a garbageman, nonetheless. The movie also has a lot of fun moments, like when the kicker gets to room with the biggest lineman on the team. And while it is not Aesop fare, there is a lesson to be learned here, too--that putting our dreams and opportunities in front of all else that is dear to us can be costly. If you like movies about football, this one is a cute story that is reminiscent of Disney's 1976 film "Gus" about a field-goal kicking mule. This just brings the story into a more human perspective. The kids will love it.