

The Rocket (2005)
Maurice Richard
Parental Guidance. Parental guidance advised. There is no age restriction. May contain mild violence, frightening scenes, or suggestive themes.
Overview
The story of Quebec's most beloved hockey player, Maurice "The Rocket" Richard, focusing on the struggles of a French Canadian in the National Hockey League dominated by Anglophones.
Cast & Crew
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