North Dallas Forty Movie (1979) Trailer - Plot Synopsis: A satire of American professional football in which a veteran pass-catcher's individuality and refusal to become part of the team family are bitterly resented by his disciplinarian coaches.br br Director : Ted Kotcheffbr Writers : Peter Gent, Frank Yablans, Ted Kotcheffbr Stars: Nick Nolte, Mac Davis, G. D.