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The Red Sneakers (2002)

Where to Watch in United States

Free

Where to Watch in United States

Free

Plot

Reggie Reynolds, a high school whiz-kid, shines in academics but stumbles on the basketball court. His life takes a surreal twist when he encounters a mysterious junk dealer, who presents him with a pair of worn-out gym shoes. These aren't any ordinary sneakers, but a relic from the 1930s, once graced by an all-star player of the historic Negro Basketball leagues. The second Reggie slips on these red sneakers, he metamorphoses into a basketball prodigy, his court skills rivaling the legends. His sudden prowess catches the eye of a prominent shoe company executive, who tempts Reggie to trade his old red sneakers for their modern brand. Yet, Reggie understands the magic dwells not in him but in those vintage red sneakers, without which he risks returning to the sidelines. His struggle with this dilemma forms the crux of the story.

Where to watch The Red Sneakers?

The Red Sneakers is a drama movie featuring Vanessa Bell Calloway.

The Red Sneakers is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Tubi TV.