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Across the Tracks

1991 · 1h 40m · Released

R Drama

When Billy returns from reform school he has to attend a different high school at the other side of town. He tries to start with a clean slate but his old rival doesn't make it easy on him and his buddy Louie tries to make him go astray again. His brother Joe, quite the opposite of Billy, is a good runner and determined to win a track scholarship. He suggests Billy to join his school's track team, which pits the two brothers against each other.

Ratings

Based on audience scores
5.9 The Movie Database
5.8 IMDb
40% Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Across the Tracks

Streaming now in the United States on The CW, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Plex.

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Top cast and crew

ST Sandy Tung Director
Ricky Schroder Billy Maloney
Brad Pitt Joe Maloney
Carrie Snodgress Rosemary Maloney
David Anthony Marshall Louie
Thomas Mikal Ford Coach Walsh
JL John Linton Brad
Cyril O'Reilly Coach Ryder
Jack McGee Frank
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Frequently asked questions about Across the Tracks

Where can I watch Across the Tracks in the United States?

Across the Tracks is available to stream on The CW, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Plex in the United States, and to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch Across the Tracks for free?

Across the Tracks streams free with ads in the United States on The CW, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for Across the Tracks?

Across the Tracks scores 5.9 on The Movie Database, 5.8 on IMDb, and 40% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Who stars in Across the Tracks?

Across the Tracks stars Ricky Schroder, Brad Pitt, Carrie Snodgress, David Anthony Marshall, and Thomas Mikal Ford. Sandy Tung is the director.

How long is Across the Tracks?

Across the Tracks runs 1h 40m (100 minutes).

When did Across the Tracks come out?

Across the Tracks was released on February 15, 1991.

Which studio made Across the Tracks?

Across the Tracks was produced by Desert Productions in the United States.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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