Hoop Dreams(1994)
“An Extraordinary True Story.”
Overview
Every school day, African-American teenagers William Gates and Arthur Agee travel 90 minutes each way from inner-city Chicago to St. Joseph High School in Westchester, Illinois, a predominately white suburban school well-known for the excellence of its basketball program. Gates and Agee dream of NBA stardom, and with the support of their close-knit families, they battle the social and physical obstacles that stand in their way. This acclaimed documentary was shot over the course of five years.
Director
Steve James
Studio
Fine Line Features
Budget
$700K
Revenue
$8M
Cast
William Gates
as Self
Arthur Agee
as Self
Gene Pingatore
as Self
Steve James
as Narrator (voice)
Dick Vitale
as Self
Bobby Knight
as Self
Spike Lee
as Self
Isiah Thomas
as Self
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1994
Runtime
2h 54m
Language
English
Rating
7.6 / 10
Budget
$700K
Box Office
$8M
Production Companies
Fine Line Features • Kartemquin Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Hoop Dreams?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Hoop Dreams (1994).
What is Hoop Dreams about?▼
Every school day, African-American teenagers William Gates and Arthur Agee travel 90 minutes each way from inner-city Chicago to St. Joseph High School in Westchester, Illinois, a predominately white suburban school well-known for the excellence of its basketball program. Gates and Agee dream of NBA stardom, and with the support of their close-knit families, they battle the social and physical obstacles that stand in their way. This acclaimed documentary was shot over the course of five years.
Who directed Hoop Dreams?▼
Hoop Dreams was directed by Steve James and released in 1994. It is a documentary film.
How long is Hoop Dreams?▼
Hoop Dreams has a runtime of 2 hours and 54 minutes (174 minutes total).
Who stars in Hoop Dreams?▼
The cast of Hoop Dreams includes William Gates as Self, Arthur Agee as Self, Gene Pingatore as Self, Steve James as Narrator (voice), Dick Vitale as Self and more.
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