Jumpers for Goalposts

An aging ex-convict tries to reconnect with his estranged son after finding out some life-changing news.

Cast

Luca Donnelly

as Danny

Michael Newstead

as Chris

Luke Tyson

as Dad on Park

Blake Tyson

as Kid on Park

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