A Triumph of the Heart: The Ricky Bell Story

1991 1h 40m ★5.3

A Triumph of the Heart: The Ricky Bell Story

Ricky Bell, an all-pro running back with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who died of a rare muscle disease in the prime of his career. The plot centers on Bell's relationship with a father-less handicapped boy, and his efforts to be a big brother to him. The boy ends up being an inspiration for Bell when his disease makes the athlete more afflicted than the boy.

Release Date April 2, 1991
Runtime 1h 40m
Language English
Director Richard Michaels
Category Drama, TV Movie
Rating 5.3 / 10 (TMDb)
Year 1991
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