Rollerball

The entertainment sought by the masses is the deadly sport of "Rollerball," which has taken the place of war in a futuristic society. A battle-scarred veteran of the brutal game sets out to prove that individual effort wins over the collective. Starring James Caan, John Houseman, Maud Adams, John Beck, Raply Richardson, and Moses Gunn. Directed by Norman Jewison. Score by Andre Previn.

Jonathan E. (James Caan) is the veteran star of the Houston rollerball team. He has become the sport's most recognizable and talented player. He is offered a lavish retirement package if Jonathan makes the announcement during the special. He refuses, and requests to see his former wife Ella (Maud Adams) who had been taken from him some time earlier by a corporate executive who had wanted her for himself.