The Bad News Bears

Walter Matthau plays Coach Morris Buttermaker, a former baseball player enlisted to coach a team of misfits and underdogs.

Tatum O'Neal portrays Amanda Whurlitzer, the Bears' star pitcher who also deals with personal challenges off the field.

Vic Morrow takes on the role of Roy Turner, the competitive and aggressive coach of a rival team.

Joyce Van Patten plays Cleveland, Buttermaker's ex-girlfriend who serves as a source of comic relief.

Ben Piazza portrays Councilman Whitewood, a local politician who puts pressure on Buttermaker to lead the team to victory.

Jackie Earle Haley appears as Kelly Leak, a talented troublemaker recruited to the Bears' team.

Alfred Lutter plays Ogilvie, one of the young players on the Bears' team trying to find his place in the group.

Chris Barnes portrays Tanner Boyle, the tough and outspoken infielder of the Bears who often clashes with teammates.

Erin Blunt plays Ahmad Abdul Rahim, a skilled player with a laid-back attitude on the field.

Gary Lee Cavagnaro portrays Endelberg, one of the less confident kids on the Bears' team.

Jaime Escobedo plays Jose Agilar, a young player whose determination and heart shine through on the field.

Scott Firestone portrays Regi Tower, another member of the Bears' team who contributes to the comical dynamics within the group.