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High Expectations
High Expectations

High Expectations

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Jack Davis finds himself adrift after his father, the legendary Coach Davis, cuts him from his renowned soccer club, the Carolina Mantis. Estranged from his father, at odds with his brother, Mantis All-Star goalie Sam, and desperate for purpose, Jack turns to his ex-girlfriend Sophia. Jack is inspired by her tough love and unwavering pursuit to become a recording artist. He tackles his depression and takes one last shot at his lifelong dream, by trying out for a rival soccer club. Can Jack finally prove that he is worthy of his dad's love? Can he forgive and believe in second chances?

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

96 mins

Rating

6/10

Release Date

07 April 2022

Country

United States of America

Cast

Kelsey Grammer

Kelsey Grammer

Taylor Gray

Taylor Gray

Jack

Shaun MacLean

Shaun MacLean

Paul Davis

Ally Brooke

Ally Brooke

Sofia

Brook Sill

Brook Sill

Sarah

Josh Ventura

Josh Ventura

Dennis

Ben VanderMey

Ben VanderMey

Greg

Andi Matheny

Andi Matheny

Joan

Briana Scurry

Briana Scurry

Coach Scurry

Patricia Fauscett Thompson

Patricia Fauscett Thompson

Executive Board Member

Seth Dousman

Seth Dousman

Joe

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