Average Joe

After a troubled childhood, a former Marine becomes a beloved high school football coach. However, his reputation comes under fire when he is fired for praying before each games.

Cast

Eric Close

as Joe Kennedy

Paul Rae

as Byron Adams

Amy Acker

as Denise Kennedy

Ann Mahoney

as Mrs. Kennedy

Lyle Brocato

as Mr. Kennedy

David Jensen

as Thomas

Andrea Figliomeni

as Denise Kennedy (young adult)

Anabelle Holloway

as Denise Kennedy (teen)

Austin Woods

as Joe Kennedy (young adult)

Ezra Richardson

as Joe Kennedy (teen)

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