The Wrong Cheerleader Coach (2020): Cast & Ratings
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach is a 2020 thriller directed by David DeCoteau, starring Vivica A. Fox as Coach Burke, Madi Burton and Corin Nemec. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes. Its Echo Score is 23/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 27m (87 min)
- Director
- David DeCoteau
- Genre
- Thriller
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Hybrid
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Wrong Cheerleader Coach About?
The premise of The Wrong Cheerleader Coach without spoilers.
After relocating from Chicago with his daughter Hanna following a family tragedy, Jon hopes for a fresh start in California. Hanna is excited to join the cheerleading squad thanks to the coach, Ms. Burke. However, the new assistant coach, Devan, has ulterior motives. She offers Hanna private cheer lessons, but her interest quickly shifts to Jon, and she becomes determined to pursue him, employing manipulative tactics to achieve her desires.
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach Themes & Keywords
· 8 tags- cheerleaders
- head coach
- father daughter relationship
- assistant coach
- stalking
- crazed admirer
- widowed father
- female wearing glasses
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach Cast & Characters
Vivica A. Fox leads the cast as Coach Burke, with Madi Burton as Hanna and Corin Nemec as Jon. Directed by David DeCoteau; 16 actors are credited in all.
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Director David DeCoteau
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Vivica A. Fox as Coach Burke - Madi Burton as Hanna
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Corin Nemec as Jon - Johanna Liauw as Devan
Also Starring in The Wrong Cheerleader Coach
· 12 more- Tara Reid Coach Hughes
- Helene Udy Dr. Gordon
- Rib Hillis Father
- Jensen Atwood Devan's Trainer
- Mea Wilkerson Claire
- Bailey Kai Melissa
- Duke Van Patten Ben
- Stephen Simon Detective Sherman
- Jake Marlow Joey
- Ariana Guido Cami
- Prentiss Marquis Alyssa
- Ashton McGraw Tami
More from David DeCoteau
More films directed by David DeCoteau: The Wrong Obsession, Make or Bake Christmas, A Nanny to Die For and Million Dollar Lethal Listing.
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 23/100, strongest in sensory experience (30) and weakest in story & flow (18).
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach Echo Score Breakdown
The film delivers a largely unsatisfying experience, hindered by a repetitive visual gag involving the father's glasses and a reliance on Lifetime formula. Critics note weak direction, generic production design, and editing that fails to mitigate the distraction. Performances, aside from Vivica Fox's presence, are deemed subpar, and the story offers little novelty. Sensory elements are unremarkable, resulting in minimal incentive for repeat viewings.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 20
In terms of direction and visual craftsmanship, the film shows limited ambition. Reviewers point to a lack of cohesive production design and editing that does not address the persistent glasses gag, creating a disjointed flow. The overall visual style is described as cheesy and formulaic, offering little artistic innovation.
- Character & Emotion 25
Character work is generally criticized for weak performances and shallow development. The father's constant glass adjustments dominate his screen presence, detracting from any emotional resonance. Supporting roles, including the cheer coach, are seen as unconvincing, while Vivica Fox receives modest praise for her established persona. Overall, the acting falls short of engaging the audience.
- Story & Flow 18
The narrative is viewed as derivative and overly familiar, adhering to a standard Lifetime plot without fresh twists. Pacing suffers from repetitive moments, particularly the glasses routine, which hampers engagement. Critics label the storyline as vapid and redundant, offering little originality or compelling progression.
- Sensory Experience 30
Sensory elements receive limited attention beyond the conspicuous glasses motif, which is considered a visual annoyance rather than a stylistic choice. No notable commentary on soundtrack or sound design appears, and the visual cohesion is described as lacking, resulting in an overall muted sensory impact.
- Rewatch Factor 20
Replay value is low, with reviewers suggesting the film is only worth a single, perhaps novelty-driven viewing. The persistent glasses distraction and formulaic storyline diminish lasting appeal, and few find sufficient entertainment to warrant subsequent watches beyond a brief, bored curiosity.
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach Trailers & Videos
The trailer of The Wrong Cheerleader Coach.
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach Also Known As
3 alternative titles, including “A Treinadora Errada” and “Ado à coacher, père à séduire”.
- Also known as
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- A Treinadora Errada
- Ado à coacher, père à séduire
- Ossessionato da te
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The Wrong Cheerleader Coach FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Wrong Cheerleader Coach, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Wrong Cheerleader Coach?
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
When was The Wrong Cheerleader Coach released?
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach was released on October 17, 2020.
Who directed The Wrong Cheerleader Coach?
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach was directed by David DeCoteau.
More films by David DeCoteau Who is in the cast of The Wrong Cheerleader Coach?
The Wrong Cheerleader Coach stars Vivica A. Fox as Coach Burke, Madi Burton as Hanna and Corin Nemec as Jon, among 16 credited actors.
Does The Wrong Cheerleader Coach have a post-credit scene?
No. The Wrong Cheerleader Coach has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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