The Sporting Club (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1971, The Sporting Club is a comedy film directed by Larry Peerce, running about 107 minutes. “The trout season begins in May. The deer season begins in September. Today it's open season for people!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The wealthy members of an exclusive backwoods retreat face an existential threat from both a disgruntled former manager as well as a subversive, anarchistic current member.
Who’s in it. The Sporting Club stars Robert Fields as Vernur Stanton, Nicolas Coster as James Quinn, Margaret Blye as Janey and Jack Warden as Earl Olive, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Sporting Club has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sporting Club page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sporting Club tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sporting Club (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sporting Club change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sporting Club worth watching?
- The Sporting Club holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sporting Club?
- The Sporting Club stars Robert Fields, Nicolas Coster, Margaret Blye, Jack Warden and Richard Dysart.
- When was The Sporting Club released?
- The Sporting Club was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.