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One on One

1977·Movie
1h 38min·PG
71
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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Moving and cathartic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Coming of Age9
  • Pathos7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Growing up, sports, and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

You're not big enough. You're not sharp enough. You'll never make it.

Henry Steele is a basketball phenom at his small town high school, but when he matriculates to a big city university on a scholarship, soon realizes that he has few skills outside the sport. Expected by his coach to contribute significantly to the team, Henry is overwhelmed by the demands on his time, the "big business" aspect of college sports, and the fact that he never fully learned to read. Things look bleak for Henry when Janet Hays, a pretty graduate student, is assigned as Henry's tutor. Her intellect and strength lift Henry out of his doldrums just in time to battle the coach, who attempts to rescind Henry's scholarship.
Coming-of-Age DramaCollege SportsCharacter-DrivenPersonal GrowthOvercoming ObstaclesRelationship DynamicsSocial CommentaryInspirational

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about One on One

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Where can I stream One on One legally?

You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is One on One worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 78%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is One on One rated?

PGStrong language

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is One on One?

1 h 38 min

One on One runs 1 h 38 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on One on One?

Critics78
Audiences69

Not quite. Critics rate One on One higher (78) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is One on One in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch One on One?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for One on One in 25 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does One on One use?

No AntagonistHope Is ScaryBittersweet EndingBag of HoldingTook a Level in CheerfulnessAndrocles' LionConspiracy TheoristStealth Hi/ByeThe RunawayCigarette of AnxietyHand WaveX-Ray Visionand 26 more

TV Tropes lists 38 storytelling tropes for One on One, including No Antagonist, Hope Is Scary, Bittersweet Ending.