Chick Hearn
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Francis Dayle "Chick" Hearn (November 27, 1916 – August 5, 2002) was an American sportscaster who was the play-by-play announcer for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association for 41 years. Hearn is remembered for his rapid-fire, staccato broadcasting style, associated with colorful phrases such as slam dunk, air ball, and no harm, no foul that has become common basketball vernacular. Hearn broadcast 3,338 consecutive Lakers games starting on November 21, 1965. Most of Hearn's games in the television era were simulcast on both radio and television, even after most teams chose to use different announcers for the different media.
Chick Hearn Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Chick Hearn reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 26 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Chick Hearn's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 38% of Chick Hearn's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Kobe Bryant's Muse, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Chick Hearn Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Chick Hearn's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Chick Hearn has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Kobe Bryant's Muse | Self (archive footage) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Longshot | Announcer | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Love & Basketball | Chick Hearn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Wrongfully Accused | Basketball Announcer | Average | Similar → |
| 1996 | Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1993 | Airborne | Basketball Announcer | Average | Similar → |
| 1992 | White Men Can't Jump | NBA Announcer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Heart Condition | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1988 | Big Business | Sports Announcer | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Los Angeles Lakers: '87 The Drive For Five | Narrator | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Sport Goofy in Soccermania | The Announcer (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Body Slam | Booth Announcer / Himself | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Volunteers | Announcer | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Fletch | Chick Hearn | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Half Nelson | Voice of Announcer (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Harlem Globetrotters on Gilligan's Island | Sportscaster #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | ...All the Marbles | Himself | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh | Chick Hearn | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Heaven Can Wait | Radio Announcer (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Gambler | Radio Announcer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Busting | Laker Sportscaster on Radio (voice, uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1971 | The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | The Love Bug | Announcer | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | The Loved One | Space-Burial Funeral Announcer | Average | Similar → |
| 1961 | Cry for Happy | Commander (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1957 | Burden Of Truth | Fight Broadcaster (voice) | Flop | Similar → |
Chick Hearn - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Chick Hearn?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Chick Hearn is "Kobe Bryant's Muse" with a rating of 7.8/10.
How many movies has Chick Hearn acted in?
Chick Hearn has been featured in at least 26 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Chick Hearn?
Other notable films include "Love & Basketball", "Rebound: The Legend of Earl 'The Goat' Manigault", and "The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World".