Something for Joey (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1977, Something for Joey is a drama and tv movie film directed by Lou Antonio, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. This is based on the true story about the relationship between Penn State football player John Cappelletti and his younger brother Joey, who has leukemia. John and Joey's bond is a strong one. Joey hangs out with John in the Penn State locker room, and inspires him to be the top college football player in the country. Their bond knows no boundaries and goes beyond making touchdowns and winning awards.
Who’s in it. Something for Joey stars Geraldine Page as Ann Cappelletti, Gerald S. O'Loughlin as John Cappelletti Sr, Marc Singer as John Cappelletti and Jeff Lynas as Joey Cappelletti, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Something for Joey has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Something for Joey page.
If you liked it. Fans of Something for Joey tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Something for Joey (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Something for Joey change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Something for Joey worth watching?
- Something for Joey holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Something for Joey?
- Something for Joey stars Geraldine Page, Gerald S. O'Loughlin, Marc Singer, Jeff Lynas and Linda Kelsey.
- When was Something for Joey released?
- Something for Joey was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.