5 movies featuring Dick Butkus that everyone must see

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CHICAGO – SEPTEMBER 20: Hall of Fame Chicago Bears Dick Butkus (L) and Gale Sayers share a laugh on the sidelines before a game between the Bears and the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 20, 2009 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. The Bears defeated the Steelers 17-14. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) /

Brian’s Song – 7.5 out of 10

The final movie that is a must-watch of Dick Butkus’ acting career is Brian’s Song. This is one of the best-known sports movies ever, and having a role in this film is a pretty big deal.

Brian’s Song was led by actors James Caan, Billy Dee Williams, and Jack Warden. While these three great actors led the way, Butkus took an uncredited role in the movie.

On his IMDB page, Butkus played himself, “Dick Butkus” in an uncredited capacity.

Brian’s Song got

7.5 out of 10 stars

on IMDB, and here is the breakdown of the movie.

"Gale Sayers joins the Chicago Bears and is befriended by Brian Piccolo, an over-achieving running back. Although they compete for the same spot on the team, and despite the fact that Sayers is black and Piccolo white, they become roommates on the road and very close friends, especially when Sayers is injured and Piccolo helps his recovery. Later, they and their wives must both deal with the harsh reality of Piccolo’s cancer."

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