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Won't Back Down

2012Movie2 h 1 minPG

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

A cathartic, hopeful drama movie about everyday modern life and society.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

If you can't beat the system... change it

Jamie Fitzpatrick and Nona Alberts are two women from opposites sides of the social and economic track, but they have one thing in common: a mission to fix their community's broken school and ensure a bright future for their children. The two women refuse to let any obstacles stand in their way as they battle a bureaucracy that's hopelessly mired in traditional thinking, and they seek to re-energize a faculty that has lost its passion for teaching.

Feels like

  • Educational Reform
  • Inspirational Drama
  • Social Commentary
  • Contemporary Realism
  • Underdog Story
  • Family Dynamics
  • Community Activism
  • Political Battle
  • Working-Class Heroes
  • Hopeful

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Directed by
Daniel Barnz
Produced by
Mark Johnson

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Facts

September 28, 2012 · 2 h 1 min · PG

Released
September 28, 2012
Runtime
2 h 1 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Box office
$5 million
Available in
41 countries
Keywords
based on true story

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Where can I stream Won't Back Down?

In the United States, Won't Back Down streams on Cinemax. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 5 other countries.

Is Won't Back Down worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 34%, and Metacritic 42). Audiences rate it higher (65 out of 100) than critics (38).

Is Won't Back Down okay for kids?

PGStrong language

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