Something for Joey

Overview

This is based on the true story about the relationship between Penn State football player John Cappelletti and his younger brother Joey, who has leukemia. John and Joey's bond is a strong one. Joey hangs out with John in the Penn State locker room, and inspires him to be the top college football player in the country. Their bond knows no boundaries and goes beyond making touchdowns and winning awards.

Directed by Lou Antonio

Top cast

Geraldine Page

Ann Cappelletti

Gerald S. O'Loughlin

John Cappelletti Sr

Marc Singer

John Cappelletti

Jeff Lynas

Joey Cappelletti

Linda Kelsey

Joyce Cappelletti, Narrator

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Brian Farrell

Marty Cappelletti

Kathleen Beller

Jean Cappelletti

Steve Guttenberg

Mike Cappelletti

Paul Picerni

Joe Paterno

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Stephen Parr

Eddie O'Neil

June Dayton

Mrs. Frome

James Karen

Dr. Wingreen

D

David Garfield

Dr. Klunick

K

Kevin McKenzie

Mark

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Odessa Cleveland

Judy

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Mel Gallagher

Steve

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Joe George

Man at Practice #1

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Ted Noose

Man at Practice #2

Alan McRae

Intern

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Patrik Baldauff

Reporter

Details