Radio

(2003)Directed by Michael Tollin109 min · PGDrama
His courage made them champions.

In the racially divided town of Anderson, South Carolina in 1976, football coach Harold Jones spots a mentally disabled African-American young man nicknamed Radio near his practice field and is inspired to befriend him. Soon, Radio is Jones' loyal assistant, and he becomes a student at T.L. Hanna High School. But things start to sour when Coach Jones begins taking guff from parents and fans who feel that his devotion to Radio is getting in the way of the team's quest for a championship.

Ed Harrisas Coach Jones
Alfre Woodardas Principal Daniels
Debra Wingeras Linda Jones
Chris Mulkeyas Frank
Sarah Drewas Mary Helen Jones
Brent Sextonas Honeycutt
Riley Smithas Johnny
Patrick Breenas Tucker
Bill Robersonas Del
Michael Hardingas Irv the Cop
Rebecca Koonas Waitress
Hi Bedford-Robersonas School Receptionist
Michael Kroekeras Young Cop
MRMark Robert Ellisas Football Referee
Shelley Reidas Cop #2
Leonard Wheeleras Hoop Referee
Bert Beatsonas Hoop Player
Deborah McTeeras Linda's Friend
Tammy Arnoldas Woman in Stands
MFMichael Flippoas Bus Driver
Ringo Starras Stinger the Mascot (uncredited)