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Gridiron Gang

2006·Movie
2h 5min·PG-13
59
DecentGoodWatch score

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A crime movie: but never scary, .

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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One goal. A second chance.

Under the leadership of their counselor, teenagers at a juvenile detention center gain self-esteem by playing football together. Based on a true story.
Inspirational Sports DramaRedemption StoryUnderdog NarrativeJuvenile Justice SystemMentorship & TeamworkBased on True EventsEmotional & UpliftingCharacter-DrivenGritty but Hopeful

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Where can I stream Gridiron Gang?

In the United States, Gridiron Gang streams on YouTube TV, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 73 other countries.

Is Gridiron Gang worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 44%, and Metacritic 52). Audiences rate it higher (71 out of 100) than critics (48).

Is Gridiron Gang okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will I feel good after watching Gridiron Gang?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 6 for wholesome.

Is Gridiron Gang plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and pathos (6 of 10) more than on its plot.

What tropes does Gridiron Gang use?

Freudian ExcuseArtistic License – HistoryVery Loosely Based on a True StoryChubby ChaserBeware the Silly OnesActor Allusion"Well Done, Dad" GuyReal-Person CameoTempting FateMob War"Well Done, Son" GuyThe '90sand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 tropes for it, including Freudian Excuse, Artistic License – History, and Very Loosely Based on a True Story.