
Finish Line
TV Movie · Drama
Overview
In order to get better results, a young athlete starts using steroids and begins his downfall.
Top Cast


James Brolin
James Brolin
Martin Shrevelow
James Brolin
Martin Shrevelow


Josh Brolin
Josh Brolin
Glenn Shrevelow
Josh Brolin
Glenn Shrevelow


Mariska Hargitay
Mariska Hargitay
Lisa Karsh
Mariska Hargitay
Lisa Karsh


Kristoff St. John
Kristoff St. John
Tito Landreau
Kristoff St. John
Tito Landreau


John Finnegan
John Finnegan
Purdy Hall
John Finnegan
Purdy Hall


Stephen Lang
Stephen Lang
Coach Harkins
Stephen Lang
Coach Harkins
Christopher Keyes
Christopher Keyes
Ray White
Christopher Keyes
Ray White


Billy Vera
Billy Vera
The Doormouse
Billy Vera
The Doormouse


Stanley M. Brooks
Stanley M. Brooks
Dr. Loeb
Stanley M. Brooks
Dr. Loeb


Grand L. Bush
Grand L. Bush
Mike Gray
Grand L. Bush
Mike Gray
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