McFarland, USA

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McFarland, USA

PG

Released Feb 20, 2015

2h 9m

Drama

Biography

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Track coach Jim White (Kevin Costner) is a newcomer to a predominantly Latino high-school in California's Central Valley. Coach White and his new students find that they have much to learn about one another, but things begin to change when White realizes the boys' exceptional running ability. More than just physical prowess drives the teens to succeed; their strong family ties, incredible work ethic and commitment to their team all play a factor in forging these novice runners into champions.

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Critics Consensus

Disney's inspirational sports drama formula might be old hat, but McFarland, USA proves it still works -- especially with a talented director and eminently likable star in the mix.

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Brandon Ambrosino

Vox

What makes McFarland USA so successful, and so bracing, is the way that its protagonist becomes aware of something that is rarely broached in these sorts of narratives - his own privilege.

Dec 17, 2015

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Geoffrey Macnab

Independent (UK)

Niki Caro uses every device at her disposal to make a rousing, feelgood movie but risks turning the film into a glorified fairytale in the process.

Sep 25, 2015

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Kevin Maher

Times (UK)

McFarland, USA is a modern anomaly — a Kevin Costner sports movie that’s genuinely rousing.

Sep 24, 2015

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Richard Crouse

Richard Crouse

A standard issue inspiration coach movie.

Rated: 2.5/5

Feb 2, 2021

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

Its feel good and inspirational story will raise your spirits and leave you feeling much better when you leave the theater than when you entered it.

Rated: 3.0/4.0

Sep 16, 2020

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Allen Almachar

The MacGuffin

There are good intentions behind this, even when it contains a problem or two [or three].

Rated: B-

Jul 16, 2020

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Emon M

This is a must-watch for underdog sport stories.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

08/04/24

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Bernard D

Really good family movie about perseverance, hard work, overcoming hardships (sometimes self imposed), and the value of family.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

06/30/24

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Dan R

Not normally the kind of movie I would watch. I'm glad I did, an emotional and very well written version of a true story. Another Disney special.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/08/24

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Angelina M

I didn't really like it, but like for me, the movies I like, well it's hard to explain, but i just didn't enjoy this one. I don't like movies like this.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

03/21/24

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Teagan M

Such a good motivational movie. Made well with good cast.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/12/24

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RaphaÃ«l

At first glance, it might seem a bit like another "feel good" movie. While characters might lack a bit of depth, take it like a stepping stone bouncing on water, taking you to the other side of a river. It's about the commitment to give a chance to forgotten people, and seeing past appearances. I enjoyed this movie because it tastes like hope and opportunity to turn life around. If you're looking for a family movies about values, opportunity and hope, look no further.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/06/24

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Synopsis

Track coach Jim White (Kevin Costner) is a newcomer to a predominantly Latino high-school in California's Central Valley. Coach White and his new students find that they have much to learn about one another, but things begin to change when White realizes the boys' exceptional running ability. More than just physical prowess drives the teens to succeed; their strong family ties, incredible work ethic and commitment to their team all play a factor in forging these novice runners into champions.

Director: Niki Caro
Producer: Gordon Gray, Mark Ciardi
Screenwriter: Christopher Cleveland, Bettina Gilois, Grant Thompson
Distributor: Walt Disney
Production Co: Mayhem Pictures
Rating: PG (Some Violence|Language|Thematic Material)
Genre: Drama, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 20, 2015, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 2, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA): $44.5M
Runtime: 2h 9m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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