The Basketball Fix (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1951, The Basketball Fix is a drama film directed by Felix E. Feist, running about 65 minutes. “SENSATIONAL EXPOSE THAT SHOCKED THE NATION!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A college basketball star collaborrates with organized crime and becomes involved in 'point shaving.' A sportswriter tries to get him back on the right track.
Who’s in it. The Basketball Fix stars John Ireland as Pete Ferreday, Marshall Thompson as Johnny Long, Vanessa Brown as Pat Judd and William Bishop as Mike Taft, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Basketball Fix has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Basketball Fix page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Basketball Fix tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Basketball Fix (1951)?
- In US, The Basketball Fix is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Basketball Fix worth watching?
- The Basketball Fix holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Basketball Fix?
- The Basketball Fix stars John Ireland, Marshall Thompson, Vanessa Brown, William Bishop and Hazel Brooks.
- When was The Basketball Fix released?
- The Basketball Fix was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.