A Season on the Brink (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 2002, A Season on the Brink is a drama film directed by Robert Mandel, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. ESPN original movie, based on the best-selling book by John Feinstein, which chronicles Indiana's 1985-86 season, when controversial basketball coach Bobby Knight granted Feinstein unprecedented access to his team and its practices, meetings, and huddles. We see dramatizations of some of Knight's infamous tantrums and the team's inter-personal struggles.
Who’s in it. A Season on the Brink stars Brian Dennehy as Bobby Knight.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, A Season on the Brink 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 Season on the Brink page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Season on the Brink tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Season on the Brink (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Season on the Brink change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Season on the Brink worth watching?
- A Season on the Brink holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Season on the Brink?
- A Season on the Brink stars Brian Dennehy.
- When was A Season on the Brink released?
- A Season on the Brink was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.