Netflix’s new sports comedy, Running Point, provides a blend of humor, heart, and hoops, with Kate Hudson at the helm. As a former party girl-turned-unwilling basketball team manager, Hudson provides charm and comedic timing to a role that showcases both individual growth and coping with the difficulties of working in a male-only sports world. Though some might trivialize it as another “nepo baby” endeavor, Hudson demonstrates that she has the chops to get the film running.
The film tracks the character of Hudson, a carefree heiress with no sporting background, as she inherits a losing professional basketball team. Hounded into taking over or selling, she becomes embroiled in an unconventional adventure, squaring off with doubting players, obstinate coaches, and league officials. The movie nicely interweaves sports action and workplace comedy with biting dialogue and flashes of authentic inspiration.
Supporting turns by a lively ensemble cast, featuring a scene-stealing veteran coach and a promising young star player, add depth to the story. The film also makes gentle jabs at entertainment and sports nepotism, nodding to Hudson’s own Hollywood heritage while letting her demonstrate her range as a comic and dramatic actress.
With an uplifting message about perseverance and self-discovery, Running Point scores big as an entertaining, feel-good watch. Whether you’re a basketball fan or just love a solid underdog story, this Netflix comedy delivers plenty of laughs and heartwarming moments.
