Triumph of the Heart
NFL star battles fatal muscle disease heroically
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About Triumph of the Heart

A heartfelt drama based on the true story of NFL running back Ricky Bell, whose career was tragically cut short by a fatal muscle disease.

About Triumph of the Heart
Platform Description
Released
1991
Platform
Netflix
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Drama Movies, Tearjerker Movies, Movies Based on Real Life, Social Issue Dramas, Sports
Director
Richard Michaels
Cast
Mario Van Peebles, Susan Ruttan, Lane R. Davis, Lynn Whitfield, Adam Faraizl, Polly Holliday, Jay Pennison, John Schuhmacher
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What is Triumph of the Heart about?
A heartfelt drama based on the true story of NFL running back Ricky Bell, whose career was tragically cut short by a fatal muscle disease.
Is Triumph of the Heart a movie or a TV show?
Triumph of the Heart is a movie available on Netflix.
Where can I watch Triumph of the Heart?
Triumph of the Heart is available to stream on Netflix.
Who stars in Triumph of the Heart?
The cast of Triumph of the Heart includes Mario Van Peebles, Susan Ruttan, Lane R. Davis, Lynn Whitfield, Adam Faraizl, Polly Holliday, Jay Pennison and John Schuhmacher.
Who directed Triumph of the Heart?
Triumph of the Heart was directed by Richard Michaels.
What is the age rating for Triumph of the Heart?
Triumph of the Heart is rated TV-PG and is suitable for family viewing.
What genre is Triumph of the Heart?
Triumph of the Heart is categorized as Drama Movies, Tearjerker Movies, Movies Based on Real Life, Social Issue Dramas and Sports.
When was Triumph of the Heart released?
Triumph of the Heart was released in 1991.
Is Triumph of the Heart based on a true story?
Yes, Triumph of the Heart is based on a true story.
What is Triumph of the Heart similar to?
If you like Triumph of the Heart, you might also enjoy Quiet Victory: The Charlie Wedemeyer Story, Tubelight, The Ryan White Story and Giving Hope: The Ni’cola Mitchell Story.