Racquet (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1979, Racquet is a comedy film directed by David Winters, running about 87 minutes. “Whack It!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Centred around a former tennis champ who swings with the girls and volleying straight sets with the rich and famous while set on owning his own tennis court.
Who’s in it. Racquet stars Bert Convy as Tomy Everett, Lynda Day George as Monica Gordon, Phil Silvers as Arthur Sargent and Edie Adams as Leslie Sargent, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Racquet has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Racquet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Racquet tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Racquet (1979)?
- In GB, Racquet is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Racquet worth watching?
- Racquet holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Racquet?
- Racquet stars Bert Convy, Lynda Day George, Phil Silvers, Edie Adams and Tanya Roberts.
- When was Racquet released?
- Racquet was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.