About Alley Cats Strike!

"Alley Cats Strike!" is a television movie that aired on Disney Channel in 2000. It encompasses the classic rivalry between the jocks and geeks, with a twist that revolves around a bowling match. The plot begins when a popular jock moves from the varsity basketball team to the underestimated bowling team to win the inter-school competition. The movie explores themes such as friendship, competition, and team spirit with an energetic and heartwarming narrative.

Making / Production

"Alley Cats Strike!" was filmed in Toronto, Canada, directed by Rod Daniel and produced by Tracy Cohen. The film is in English and runs for approximately 103 minutes. The family-friendly movie offered a fresh perspective on a classic sports film, using bowling as the star sport.

Actors

• Kyle Schmid as Alex Thompson - the town's top bowler who leads his team to victory. Schmid interprets his character with a natural flair and an impressive balance of determination and empathy.
• Robert Ri'chard as Todd McLemore - a basketball star turned bowler, Ri'chard portrays Todd with a relatable mix of initial resistance evolving into eventual embracement of the new team.
• Kaley Cuoco as Elisa Bowers - Elisa, filled with school spirit and determination, plays an integral role in the bowling team and Cuoco portrays her character wonderfully.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film's title is a reference to the 1965 song, 'Alley Cat.'
• Despite being about bowling, the movie was actually shot in a decommissioned Toronto subway station.
• Kaley Cuoco, who played Elisa, later became well-known for her role in "The Big Bang Theory."

Awards

"Alley Cats Strike!" didn't win any specific awards, but it was widely praised by critics for its fun, feel-good narrative, and inspiring messages about teamwork and acceptance.

Quotes

• "Remember, it's not whether you win or lose, it's what you do with your dancin' shoes."
• "We have all the power we need here on the bowling team."
• "Not everything in life is about winning."

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's title song, "Alley Cats," sets an upbeat and catchy mood for the film.