Semi-Pro (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 2008, Semi-Pro is a comedy film directed by Kent Alterman, running about 91 minutes. “Putting the funk into the dunk.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jackie Moon is the owner, promoter, coach, and star player of the Flint Michigan Tropics of the American Basketball Association (ABA), the worst team in the league. In 1976 before the ABA collapses, the NBA plans to merge with the best teams of the ABA at the end of the season. Only the top four teams will make the move and the worst teams will fold. If the Tropics want to make it to the NBA, Jackie Moon must rally his team and start winning.
Who’s in it. Semi-Pro stars Will Ferrell as Jackie Moon, Woody Harrelson as Monix, André 3000 as Clarence and Maura Tierney as Lynn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Semi-Pro has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $33.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Starz Apple TV Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Semi-Pro page.
If you liked it. Fans of Semi-Pro tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Semi-Pro (2008)?
- In US, Semi-Pro is available to stream on Starz Apple TV Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Semi-Pro worth watching?
- Semi-Pro holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Semi-Pro?
- Semi-Pro stars Will Ferrell, Woody Harrelson, André 3000, Maura Tierney and Andrew Daly.
- When was Semi-Pro released?
- Semi-Pro was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.