Paterno
"The greater the legend, the harder the fall."
Originally released in 2018. Paterno is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Barry Levinson.
Starring Al Pacino, Kathy Baker, and Kenneth Maharaj
Synopsis
After becoming the winningest coach in college football history, Joe Paterno is embroiled in Penn State's Jerry Sandusky sexual abuse scandal, challenging his legacy and forcing him to face questions of institutional failure regarding the victims.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 7, 2018
7 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (184 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Al Pacino
as Joe Paterno
Kathy Baker
as Sue Paterno
Kenneth Maharaj
as MRI Tech
Michael Mastro
as Guido D'Elia
Joshua Morgan
as Bobby - Media Wrangler
Ross Degraw
as Sports Producer
Mitchell L. Mack
as Devon Smith
Larry Mitchell
as Jay Paterno
Darren Goldstein
as Mike McQueary
Riley Keough
as Sara Ganim
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Levinson/Fontana Company
- Pressman Film
- HBO Films
- Sony Pictures Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paterno about?
After becoming the winningest coach in college football history, Joe Paterno is embroiled in Penn State's Jerry Sandusky sexual abuse scandal, challenging his legacy and forcing him to face questio...
Who directed Paterno?
Paterno was directed by Barry Levinson.
How long is Paterno?
Paterno has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Paterno released?
Paterno was released on April 7, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Paterno?
The main cast of Paterno includes Al Pacino, Kathy Baker, Kenneth Maharaj, Michael Mastro, Joshua Morgan.
Is Paterno worth watching?
Paterno has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 184 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.