A Shining Season (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1979, A Shining Season is a drama and tv movie film directed by Stuart Margolin, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. The true story of University of New Mexico track star John Baker who, dying of cancer, spent his remaining time coaching a losing girls' track team to a winning season.
Who’s in it. A Shining Season stars Timothy Bottoms as John Baker, Allyn Ann McLerie as Polly Baker, Constance Forslund as Mary Anne and Ed Begley Jr. as John Haaland, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, A Shining Season has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Shining Season page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Shining Season tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Shining Season (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Shining Season change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Shining Season worth watching?
- A Shining Season holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Shining Season?
- A Shining Season stars Timothy Bottoms, Allyn Ann McLerie, Constance Forslund, Ed Begley Jr. and Rip Torn.
- When was A Shining Season released?
- A Shining Season was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.