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Talent for the Game

7.019911h 31mMovieDrama

Virgil Sweet is on the verge of losing his job as a talent scout with the California Angels when he discovers Sammy Bodeen, a country boy with no pro ball experience, but with a pitching arm no one has seen the like of.

DirectorRobert M. Young
WritersThomas Michael Donnelly·Larry Ferguson
ProducersMartin Elfand·David Wisnievitz

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Cast · Directed by Robert M. Young

EOEdward James Olmos
Edward James Olmos
Virgil Sweet
LBLorraine Bracco
Lorraine Bracco
Bobbie Henderson
JSJamey Sheridan
Jamey Sheridan
Tim Weaver
TKTerry Kinney
Terry Kinney
Gil Lawrence
JCJeff Corbett
Jeff Corbett
Sammy Bodeen
TBTom Bower
Tom Bower
Reverend Bodeen
JCJanet Carroll
Janet Carroll
Rachel Bodeen
FPFelton Perry
Felton Perry
Fred
TR
Thomas Ryan
Paul
DH
Daniel A. Haro
Burns
MS
Murphy Sua
Dick Bortner
DR
David Riley
Toby Curry

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Talent for the Game — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Talent for the Game?

Talent for the Game is streaming on Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Talent for the Game on Netflix?

No, Talent for the Game is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Talent for the Game on Amazon Prime Video?

Talent for the Game isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Talent for the Game for free?

Talent for the Game is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla in United States.