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Team Hoyt

DramaDocumentary

Based on the incredible true story of Dick Hoyt, who turned himself into a triathlete and marathoner so he could lug with him son Rick—a non-verbal quadriplegic whose strength and spirit helped galvanize a movement.

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Production

Religion of Sports, The Walsh Company

Language

EN

Status

Planned

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