When the Game Stands Tall
2014, English. Directed by Thomas Carter.
Inspired by the extraordinary true story.
A young coach turns a losing high school football program around to go undefeated for 12 consecutive seasons.
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 396 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch When the Game Stands Tall
When the Game Stands Tall isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Thomas CarterDirector
- Jim CaviezelBob Ladouceur
- Michael ChiklisTerry Eidson
- Laura DernBev Ladouceur
- Clancy BrownMickey Ryan
- Ser'Darius BlainCam Colvin
- Stephan JamesT.K. Kelly
- Jessie T. UsherTayshon Lanear
- Matthew DaddarioDanny Ladouceur
- Alexander LudwigChris Ryan
- Joe MassingillBeaser
- Matthew FriasArturo
- LaJessie SmithJamal
Details
- Released
- 22 August 2014
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Scott Marshall Smith, David Zelon
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $30M
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What When the Game Stands Tall is based on
When the Game Stands Tall is adapted from a novel.
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When the Game Stands Tall: quick answers
Is When the Game Stands Tall worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 396 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is When the Game Stands Tall?
When the Game Stands Tall runs 115 minutes (1h 55m).
Does When the Game Stands Tall have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for When the Game Stands Tall. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
When the Game Stands Tall parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
When the Game Stands Tall is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is When the Game Stands Tall on?
When the Game Stands Tall isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like When the Game Stands Tall?
If you liked When the Game Stands Tall, try Friday Night Lights, We Are Marshall, My All American.
Who directed When the Game Stands Tall?
When the Game Stands Tall (2014) was directed by Thomas Carter and stars Jim Caviezel, Michael Chiklis, Laura Dern.
What is When the Game Stands Tall based on?
When the Game Stands Tall is adapted from a novel.