Watch Mr. Hockey: The Gordie Howe Story
- TV-G
- 2013
- 1 hr 27 min
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6.7 (922)
Mr. Hockey: The Gordie Howe Story is a 2013 biopic film that tells the story of one of the greatest hockey players of all time, Gordie Howe. The film stars Michael Shanks as Gordie Howe, Kathleen Robertson as Gordie's wife Colleen, and Martin Cummins as Gordie's longtime friend Bill Dineen. The film takes us through Gordie's life, from his childhood in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan to his legendary career with the Detroit Red Wings. Along the way, we see Gordie face obstacles both on and off the ice, including a career-threatening injury and struggles with his own temper.
Throughout the film, we see the deep bond between Gordie and his wife Colleen, who was instrumental in his success both on and off the ice. Colleen was a pioneer in her own right, as one of the first women to play a significant role in a professional sports organization. She was also instrumental in getting Gordie back on the ice after his injury, and was a tireless advocate for hockey players' rights.
The film also explores Gordie's relationship with his longtime friend Bill Dineen, who played both with and against Gordie throughout his career. Dineen was also a coach and mentor to Gordie's sons, Marty and Mark, who both went on to have successful careers in the NHL.
One of the most memorable scenes in the film is when Gordie, at the age of 45, comes out of retirement to play with his sons on the Houston Aeros of the World Hockey Association. It was a historic moment in hockey history, and the film does a great job of capturing the emotion and excitement of that moment.
Overall, Mr. Hockey: The Gordie Howe Story is a touching tribute to one of the greatest athletes of our time. The film does a great job of capturing Gordie's spirit both on and off the ice, and is filled with heartwarming moments that will make you laugh, cry, and cheer. Whether you're a hockey fan or not, this film is definitely worth your time.
Mr. Hockey: The Gordie Howe Story is a 2013 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.7.
