Radio

2003·Movie
1h 49min·PG

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Radio fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, sports, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

His courage made them champions.

In the racially divided town of Anderson, South Carolina in 1976, football coach Harold Jones spots a mentally disabled African-American young man nicknamed Radio near his practice field and is inspired to befriend him. Soon, Radio is Jones' loyal assistant, and he becomes a student at T.L. Hanna High School. But things start to sour when Coach Jones begins taking guff from parents and fans who feel that his devotion to Radio is getting in the way of the team's quest for a championship.
Inspirational DramaFeel-Good StoryBased on True EventsSmall Town AmericaMentorshipOvercoming PrejudiceCharacter StudyGood-Hearted

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Radio

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Radio legally?

Radio is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Radio worth watching?

63
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 34%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Radio rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Radio?

1 h 49 min

Radio runs 1 h 49 min.

Is Radio based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Radio?

Critics55
Audiences72

Not quite. Audiences rate Radio higher (72) than critics (55). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Radio a box office hit?

Budget$35 million
Box office$53 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $53 million worldwide, 1.5 times its budget.

What language is Radio in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Radio?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Radio in 113 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Radio use?

My God, What Have I Done?"Well Done, Son" GuyTrademark Favorite FoodHeel–Face TurnFather to His MenThe '70sJerk with a Heart of GoldJerkassEnsemble CastWrong Bathroom IncidentDeep SouthNever Trust a Trailerand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for Radio, including My God, What Have I Done?, "Well Done, Son" Guy, Trademark Favorite Food.

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