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Church Ball (2006)

“Dennis Buckstead has the hardest calling in his church.”

  • PG
  • 91 min
  • Comedy
  • imdb logo 4.2/10 (518 votes)

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Plot

In the heart-throbbing comedy "Church Ball", Dennis Buckstead faces an uphill battle of biblical proportions. Handed the formidable task of coaching a motley crew of church-goers devoid of any basketball talent, Dennis is caught in a whirlwind of camaraderie, competition, and church politics. The stakes are high as the Bishop insists on a championship win - a rare feat the church has not seen in two decades. The basketball court becomes an unlikely battlefield, where every dribble and shot are as dramatic as the passages of the Holy Scripture. The church's final season of ball games is upon them, and Bishop Linderman, driven by a mix of piety and pride, refuses to accept anything less than a championship. The spotlight is on the underdog, the Mud Lake Ward team, as they step into this arena of hopes and dreams, with a singular goal: to dethrone the seemingly invincible Crystal Hills Ward. Contrary to its noble intentions of fostering brotherhood and invigorating minds, the intense rivalry brings out the worst in these devout ballers. Amidst this chaos, Dennis must wrangle his unruly squad, inspiring unity and resilience. Will they rise like a phoenix from the ashes of their losing streak, or will they cement their unfortunate legacy as the worst team in the history of church ball? "Church Ball" is a delightful journey of faith, friendship, and the universal love of sport, guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seat until the final buzzer.

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Church Ball is a comedy movie featuring Andrew Wilson and directed by Kurt Hale.

Church Ball is currently streaming on Pure Flix.