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When the Game Stands Tall

2014·Movie
1h 55min·PG
IMDb6.6Metacritic417.1Rotten Tomatoes21%72%

Where to watch

NetflixBYUtvTubi TVSony Pictures Core

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What's your score?

Your score

When the Game Stands Tall fingerprint

High energy, big heart, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Uplifting and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Hopefulness9
  • Catharsis9
  • Pathos8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Sports, a real life story, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Inspired by the extraordinary true story.

A young coach turns a losing high school football program around to go undefeated for 12 consecutive seasons.
Inspirational Sports DramaBased on True StoryOvercoming AdversityTeamwork & LeadershipFaith & ResilienceFamily ValuesAmerican FootballTriumph Over TragedyUplifting Narrative

Crew

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

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about When the Game Stands Tall

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream When the Game Stands Tall legally?

NetflixBYUtvTubi TVSony Pictures Core

When the Game Stands Tall is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on BYUtv 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 When the Game Stands Tall worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 21%, and Metacritic 41). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is When the Game Stands Tall rated?

PGViolenceStrong language

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

How long is When the Game Stands Tall?

1 h 55 min

When the Game Stands Tall runs 1 h 55 min.

Is When the Game Stands Tall based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on When the Game Stands Tall?

Critics31
Audiences70

Not quite. Audiences rate When the Game Stands Tall higher (70) than critics (31). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was When the Game Stands Tall a box office hit?

Budget$15 million
Box office$30 million

Yes. It cost about $15 million to make and earned $30 million worldwide, 2.0 times its budget.

What language is When the Game Stands Tall in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch When the Game Stands Tall?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for When the Game Stands Tall in 101 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.