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When the Game Stands Tall

2014Movie1 h 55 minPG

Drama
50
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.6Metacritic417.1Rotten Tomatoes21%72%

A cathartic, uplifting drama movie about sports and a real life story.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

Inspired by the extraordinary true story.

A young coach turns a losing high school football program around to go undefeated for 12 consecutive seasons.

Feels like

  • Inspirational Sports Drama
  • Based on True Story
  • Overcoming Adversity
  • Teamwork & Leadership
  • Faith & Resilience
  • Family Values
  • American Football
  • Triumph Over Tragedy
  • Uplifting Narrative

Cast

24 of 50

Crew

Directed by
Thomas Carter
Written by
Scott Marshall Smith, David Zelon, Neil Hayes
Produced by
David Zelon

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Facts

August 22, 2014 · 1 h 55 min · PG

Released
August 22, 2014
Runtime
1 h 55 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$15 million
Box office
$30 million
Available in
90 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book, based on true story

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream When the Game Stands Tall?"

Questions about When the Game Stands Tall

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream When the Game Stands Tall?

Tubi TVSony Pictures Core

In the United States, When the Game Stands Tall streams on Sony Pictures Core, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. It also streams in 28 other countries.

Is When the Game Stands Tall worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 21%, and Metacritic 41). Audiences rate it higher (70 out of 100) than critics (31).

Is When the Game Stands Tall okay for kids?

PGViolenceStrong language

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will I feel good after watching When the Game Stands Tall?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.