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On the Right Track

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A Chicago train-station shoeshine boy (Gary Coleman) becomes famous for his knack of picking racehorses.

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Janet Maslin New York Times On the Right Track' is a vehicle for Mr. Coleman that depends entirely on the premise that he is lovable. Only his most ardent television fans are likely to accept this. Apr 8, 2015 Full Review Roger Ebert Chicago Sun-Times What could have been a bright little comedy is so jampacked with supporting players, subplots, and distractions that it seems much longer than it is, and even Coleman's fortitude doesn't get us through. Rated: 2.5/4 Apr 8, 2015 Full Review TV Guide Other than a few cute lines and situations, there's little else of value in this absurd and extremely naive picture. Rated: 1/4 Apr 8, 2015 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Beloved 10 year old enterprising shoeshine orphan with a knack of picking the ponies finds his forever home with the aid of a union between an aspiring singer and his juvenile services officer. Coleman's first feature film, made through his production company. For those who enjoy his Diff'rent Strokes material. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/24/23 Full Review Audience Member I saw this when i was kid. Gary Coleman lives in a locker! I knew it existed! Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Lee Philips

Director

Gary Coleman

Lester

Lisa Eilbacher

Jill Klein

Michael Lembeck

Frank Biscardi

Maureen Stapleton

Mary the Bag Lady

Norman Fell

The Mayor
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Movie Info

Synopsis A Chicago train-station shoeshine boy (Gary Coleman) becomes famous for his knack of picking racehorses.
Director
Lee Philips
Producer
Ronald Jacobs, Jim Begg
Screenwriter
Avery Buddy, Scott Bomson, Les Pine, Tina Pine
Production Co
20th Century Fox
Rating
PG
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 38m