Won't Back Down
2012, English. Directed by Daniel Barnz.
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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.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 123 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Won't Back Down
Won't Back Down is streaming on Cinemax in India.
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Cast & crew
- Daniel BarnzDirector
- Viola DavisNona Alberts
- Maggie GyllenhaalJamie Fitzpatrick
- Ving RhamesPrincipal Thompson
- Lance ReddickCharles Alberts
- Rosie PerezBreena Harper
- Emily Alyn LindMalia
- Stephen WeigandRiske's assistant
- Liza Colón-ZayasYvonne
- Teri ClarkMiss Andrews
- Sarab KamooPrincipal Chamudes
- Oscar IsaacMichael Perry
- Holly HunterEvelyn Riske
Details
- Released
- 28 September 2012
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Daniel Barnz, Brin Hill
- Box office
- $5.3M
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What Won't Back Down is based on
Won't Back Down is based on a true story.
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Won't Back Down: quick answers
Is Won't Back Down worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 123 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Won't Back Down?
Won't Back Down runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Does Won't Back Down have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Won't Back Down. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Won't Back Down parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Won't Back Down is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Won't Back Down on?
Won't Back Down is streaming on Cinemax in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Won't Back Down?
If you liked Won't Back Down, try A Call to Spy, Gigi & Nate, Fatima.
Who directed Won't Back Down?
Won't Back Down (2012) was directed by Daniel Barnz and stars Viola Davis, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ving Rhames.
What is Won't Back Down based on?
Won't Back Down is based on a true story.