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The Express

2008·Movie
2h 10min·PG

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The Express fingerprint

High energy, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6

Heart

Moving and hopeful

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Pathos8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Satire & Parody2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Sports, a real life story, and growing up

  • 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 NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

He changed our country... one yard at a time.

Follow the inspirational life of college football hero Ernie Davis, the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy.
InspirationalBiographical Sports DramaCivil Rights EraFootballTriumph Over AdversityCourage and DeterminationHeisman Trophy WinnerBreaking BarriersAmerican History

Actors

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Express

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Express legally?

You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. 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 The Express worth watching?

67
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 67/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 63%, and Metacritic 58). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Express rated?

PGStrong language

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is The Express?

2 h 10 min

The Express runs 2 h 10 min.

Is The Express based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on The Express?

Critics61
Audiences75

Not quite. Audiences rate The Express higher (75) than critics (61). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Express a box office hit?

Budget$40 million
Box office$10 million

No. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $10 million worldwide, 24% of its budget.

What language is The Express in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Germany, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Express?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Express in 73 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Express use?

Artistic License – HistoryDeliberate Values DissonanceBig GameActor Allusion

TV Tropes lists 4 storytelling tropes for The Express, including Artistic License – History, Deliberate Values Dissonance, Big Game.