FILMPLPaper Lion1968
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Paper Lion
Football film with a runtime of 110 minutes, released in 1968. Presented in English.
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Paper Lion is taken from the actual experiences of journalist George Plimpton. George (Alan Alda) dons helmet and pads to play quarterback against the Detroit Lions. His experience is less-than-successful as he is mercilessly tackled by the Lion's defense, including Alex Karras. Roger Aaron Brown tackles George and carries the ball and the player over the line for a touchdown. Flashbacks include the reporter's three-round bout with "Sugar Ray" Robinson. Football legends Frank Gifford and coach Vince Lombardi also appear. The final scene is the actual pre-season game against the St. Louis Cardinals football team. After his retirement from the Lions, Alex Karras made a successful transition into acting in films and on television, joining Jim Brown who preceded and Bubba Smith and others who followed.
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How long is Paper Lion?
Paper Lion runs for 1h 50m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under football, comedy, adaptation.
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