Pickleball: The Movie — Official Site, Cast & Release Updates

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Pickleball: The Movie

Father Joseph must help his late friend’s sons win a pickleball championship to save their community center — and get out of this pickle.

“A feel-good indie sports comedy about family, faith, and the fastest-growing sport in America.”
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A feel-good indie sports comedy

Welcome to the official site for Pickleball: The Movie, a laugh-out-loud indie comedy starring Kevin Farley (Tommy Boy, Joe Dirt). Whether you’re a seasoned player or just learning what a “dink” is, this comedy will keep you laughing, cheering, and maybe even reaching for a paddle yourself.

About the Movie

In Pickleball: The Movie, Father Joseph (Kevin Farley) is facing the ultimate underdog challenge. When his late friend’s sons risk losing their beloved community center to foreclosure, Father Joseph rallies them into the world of pickleball. With help from quirky teammates, fiery rivals, and a whole lot of unexpected twists, the crew sets out to win a high-stakes championship. Victory means saving the center. Failure means losing everything.

Blending slapstick comedy with heart, this indie sports film proves you don’t need a big budget to tell a story that connects — just determination, friendship, and a whole lot of pickleball.

Why Pickleball?

With tens of millions of players worldwide, pickleball has become a cultural phenomenon. Fast, fun, and accessible for all ages, it’s the perfect canvas for an underdog story about teamwork, perseverance, and community.

Key Credits

  • Starring: Kevin Farley
  • Featured: Glenn Morshower
  • With: Willie Mellina, Justin Sterner, Stephanie Parker, Major Dodge, Major Dodge Jr., Gabriel C. Brown, Brooke Lyons
  • Director: Jeff Hamm
  • Writers: Justin Chaffee, Jay Dee Walters, Jeff Hamm
  • Studios: Pine Line Studios, Red Plaid Films
  • Release: 2026 (planned)

Meet the Cast

  • Kevin P. Farley — Father Joseph
  • Glenn Morshower — Chuck
  • Gabriel C. Brown — Super Fan
  • Major Dodge — Bobby
  • Willie Mellina — Frankie
  • Natali Jones — Daisy
  • Jay Dee Walters — Barry Thompson
  • Stephanie Parker — Daisy
  • Justin Sterner — Earl
  • Kerry Graves — Judge Daniels
  • Stacie Rowe-Jones — Mary Thompson
  • Major Dodge Jr. — Young Bobby
  • Brooke Lyons — Karen
  • Olivia Jude — Macy
  • Mat Williams — Referee
  • Roni Hummel — Emma
  • Pat Wesson — Mayor
  • Timothy Bubel — Bob
  • Jan Duncan Weir — Sister Bernadette
  • Brent Crable — TV Reporter
  • Dennis Ray Bell Jr. — Gym Owner
  • Klancy Baker — Pickleball Announcer

Behind the Scenes

Behind the scenes of Pickleball: The Movie with Jay Dee Walters, Kevin Farley, Natali Jones, Olivia Jude, and Douge the dog
Behind the scenes of Pickleball: The Movie with Major Dodge, Willie Mellina, and Justin Sterner
Behind the scenes of Pickleball: The Movie with director Jeff Hamm
Behind the scenes of Pickleball: The Movie with Kevin Farley, director Jeff Hamm, and Willie Mellina
Behind the scenes of Pickleball: The Movie with Glenn Morshower and Brent Crable
Behind the scenes of Pickleball: The Movie with Stephanie Parker

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