Celtic Pride (1996)damon Wayans, Daniel Stern May 2026

📍 If you love "buddy comedies" or high-stakes sports satire, this is a staple of 90s cinema. If you'd like, I can help you find: Where to stream the movie right now A list of similar sports comedies from that era More details on Judd Apatow's early career

Lewis Scott is an arrogant, unstoppable scorer for Utah. Celtic Pride (1996)Damon Wayans, Daniel Stern

is a sports comedy about two obsessed Boston Celtics fans who kidnap the star player of the opposing team to ensure a championship win. 🏀 Movie Essentials Release Date: April 19, 1996 Director: Tom DeCerchio Writer: Judd Apatow (Story by Colin Quinn) Genre: Sports Comedy Runtime: 91 minutes 🌟 Lead Cast Damon Wayans as Lewis Scott (Utah Jazz Superstar) Daniel Stern as Mike O'Hara (Hardcore Celtics Fan) 📍 If you love "buddy comedies" or high-stakes

He plays the "villain" athlete with a mix of arrogance and charm. 🏀 Movie Essentials Release Date: April 19, 1996

Features classic NBA uniforms, logos, and the grit of 1990s basketball culture.

The story culminates in a high-stakes Game 7 where Scott is forced to play under threat. ✨ Key Trivia

The film features many real-life NBA personalities and announcers.