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High Expectations (2022)

Jack Davis finds himself adrift after his father, the legendary Coach Davis, cuts him from his renowned soccer club, the Carolina Mantis. Estranged from his father, at odds with his brother, Mantis All-Star goalie Sam, and desperate for purpose, Jack turns to his ex-girlfriend Sophia. Jack is inspired by her tough love and unwavering pursuit to become a recording artist. He tackles his depression and takes one last shot at his lifelong dream, by trying out for a rival soccer club. Can Jack finally prove that he is worthy of his dad's love? Can he forgive and believe in second chances?

  • Drama
  • Family

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Kelsey GrammerKelsey Grammer
  • Photo of Taylor GrayTaylor GrayJack
  • Photo of Shaun MacLeanShaun MacLeanPaul Davis
  • Photo of Ally BrookeAlly BrookeSofia
  • Photo of Brook SillBrook SillSarah
  • Photo of Josh VenturaJosh VenturaDennis
  • Photo of Ben VanderMeyBen VanderMeyGreg
  • Photo of Andi MathenyAndi MathenyJoan
  • Photo of Briana ScurryBriana ScurryCoach Scurry
  • Photo of Patricia Fauscett ThompsonPatricia Fauscett ThompsonExecutive Board Member

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