A Triumph of the Heart: The Ricky Bell Story (1991)

5.3/10 100 min Drama TV Movie

Overview

Ricky Bell, an all-pro running back with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who died of a rare muscle disease in the prime of his career. The plot centers on Bell's relationship with a father-less handicapped boy, and his efforts to be a big brother to him. The boy ends up being an inspiration for Bell when his disease makes the athlete more afflicted than the boy.

Cast

Mario Van Peebles

Susan Ruttan

Lynn Whitfield

Adam Faraizl

Polly Holliday

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