American Underdog

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American Underdog

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Released Dec 25, 2021

1h 52m

Biography

Drama

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American Underdog tells the inspirational true story of Kurt Warner (Zachary Levi), who went from a stockboy at a grocery store to a two-time NFL MVP, Super Bowl champion, and Hall of Fame quarterback. The film centers on Warner's unique story and years of challenges and setbacks that could have derailed his aspirations to become an NFL player -- but just when his dreams seemed all but out of reach, it is only with the support of his wife, Brenda (Anna Paquin) and the encouragement of his family, coaches, and teammates that Warner perseveres and finds the strength to show the world the champion that he already is. American Underdog is an uplifting story that demonstrates that anything is possible when you have faith, family and determination.

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Critics Consensus

American Underdog sticks to the standard inspirational sports drama playbook -- and proves once again that it can be very effective in the right hands.

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Audience Says

Make sure you have some tissues nearby, because American Underdog tells an inspiring true story in truly heartwarming fashion.

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Matt Zoller Seitz

RogerEbert.com

American Underdog doesn't ever really connect the modest virtuousness of Kurt and Brenda to Kurt's ascension as a quarterback.

Rated: 2.5/4

Dec 27, 2021

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Joe Leydon

Variety

"American Underdog" is a thoroughly predictable yet hugely entertaining sports biopic that is bound to please almost anyone who's not a sourball cynic or a snarky critic.

Dec 24, 2021

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Michael Ordoña

Los Angeles Times

The film is sanitized to the point of sterility.

Dec 23, 2021

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Zach Pope

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A Tride and True American Football Story that will inspire many

Jul 26, 2023

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M.N. Miller

Ready Steady Cut

American Underdog is that feel-good film you admire for the emotions it arouses and the admiration it creates. For the dreamers, as much for the ones who failed as the ones who found achievement.

Rated: 3.5/5

Oct 21, 2022

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

This is the Erwin Brothers' most polished effort yet.

Rated: 3/4

Feb 27, 2022

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Sal

AMAZING STORY! AMAZING MOVIE!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/01/24

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Donna J

Gotta pull for the underdog!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/03/24

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TYLER H

Such a quality story. The Directors did awesome and picked a great cast. Thank you for making this movie. The script and story flowed well.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/11/23

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Stanley B

Heartwarming and inspiring. This movie reminds us of someone who still believes and commits to hard work, patience, and virtuous behavior. Sometimes it seems hard to find in our current society among all the chaos we have these days. This reminds me somewhat of The Rookie (2002) with Randy Quaid.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/12/22

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Bret

Great inspired family movie!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/12/22

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Jacqueline

Its an uplifting story based on facts.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/26/22

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Synopsis

American Underdog tells the inspirational true story of Kurt Warner (Zachary Levi), who went from a stockboy at a grocery store to a two-time NFL MVP, Super Bowl champion, and Hall of Fame quarterback. The film centers on Warner's unique story and years of challenges and setbacks that could have derailed his aspirations to become an NFL player -- but just when his dreams seemed all but out of reach, it is only with the support of his wife, Brenda (Anna Paquin) and the encouragement of his family, coaches, and teammates that Warner perseveres and finds the strength to show the world the champion that he already is. American Underdog is an uplifting story that demonstrates that anything is possible when you have faith, family and determination.

Director: Andrew Erwin, Jon Erwin
Producer: Jon Erwin, Andrew Erwin, Daryl C. Lefever, Mark Ciardi, Kevin Downes
Screenwriter: David Aaron Cohen, Jon Erwin, Jon Gunn
Distributor: Lionsgate
Production Co: city on a hill productions, Lionsgate Films, Kingdom Story Company
Rating: PG (Thematic Elements|Some Language)
Genre: Biography, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 25, 2021, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): May 20, 2022
Box Office (Gross USA): $26.5M
Runtime: 1h 52m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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