Coach Carter (2005)

2005 · 136 min · Drama, History

Based on a true story, in which Richmond High School head basketball coach Ken Carter made headlines in 1999 for benching his undefeated team due to poor academic results.

Directed by Thomas Carter. Starring Samuel L. Jackson, Rob Brown, Robert Ri'chard, Rick Gonzalez and Nana Gbewonyo.

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