Overview
Disgraced pro football quarterback Paul Crewe lands in a Texas federal penitentiary, where manipulative Warden Hazen recruits him to advise the institution's football team of prison guards. Crewe suggests a tune-up game which lands him quarterbacking a crew of inmates in a game against the guards. Aided by incarcerated ex-NFL coach and player Nate Scarborough, Crewe and his team must overcome not only the bloodthirstiness of the opposition, but also the corrupt warden trying to fix the game against them.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Longest Yard?
The Longest Yard was directed by Peter Segal.
What was the budget and revenue for The Longest Yard?
The official budget was $90,000,000 and the movie went on to gross $191,466,556 worldwide.
Where was The Longest Yard produced?
It was produced by companies including Callahan Filmworks, Paramount Pictures, MTV Films, Columbia Pictures, Happy Madison Productions in United States of America.
The Longest Yard Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Longest Yard wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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