Over the Goal (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1937, Over the Goal is a comedy and romance film directed by Noel M. Smith, running about 63 minutes. “IT'S A DOZEN ROSE BOWL THRILLERS ROLLED INTO ONE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Carlton State star quarterback is wrongly thrown in jail, almost guaranteeing a major loss as well as costing the college a donation which would save the school from closing.
Who’s in it. Over the Goal stars June Travis as Lucille Martin, William Hopper as Ken Thomas, Johnnie Davis as Tiny Waldron and Gordon Oliver as Benton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Over the Goal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Over the Goal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Over the Goal tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Over the Goal (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Over the Goal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Over the Goal worth watching?
- Over the Goal holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Over the Goal?
- Over the Goal stars June Travis, William Hopper, Johnnie Davis, Gordon Oliver and William Harrigan.
- When was Over the Goal released?
- Over the Goal was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.