The Guy Who Came Back(1951)
He couldn't forget the roar of the crowd...a woman's kiss...a small boy's love in his heart!
Former football star Harry Joplin is down on his luck, both in his career and in his married life. He seems convinced of his own unworthiness, but a chance to play in a charity football game helps him see his life in a new light.
Movie: The Guy Who Came Back
Top 10 Billed Cast
Harry Joplin
Kathy Joplin
Dee Shane
Gordon Towne
Willy Joplin
Boots Mullins
Grandma
Joe Demarcus
O'Mara
Wizard, Wrestler
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Overview
Former football star Harry Joplin is down on his luck, both in his career and in his married life. He seems convinced of his own unworthiness, but a chance to play in a charity football game helps him see his life in a new light.
Release Date
1951-08-16
Average
5
Rating:
2.5 startsTagline
He couldn't forget the roar of the crowd...a woman's kiss...a small boy's love in his heart!
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