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Rudy streaming

1993 Movie United States Drama, History, Sport, Biography 114 min FSK 6
By: David Anspaugh With: John Beasley, Mitch Rouse, Gerry Becker, Robert J. Steinmiller Jr., Lauren Katz

Rudy grew up in a steel mill town where most people ended up working, but wanted to play football at Notre Dame instead. There were only a couple of problems. His grades were a little low, his athletic skills were poor, and he was only half the size of the other players. But he had the drive and the spirit of 5 people and has set his sights upon joining the team.

Filmium rating
75%

Mood

Determined
Heartwarming
Inspiring
Uplifting

Cast & Crew

David Anspaugh
Angelo Pizzo
Christopher Reed
Lauren Katz
Robert J. Steinmiller Jr.
Scott Benjaminson
Robert Benirschke
Vince Vaughn
Sean Astin
Jason Miller
Robert Prosky
Amy Pietz
Deborah Wittenberg
Scott Denny
Mary Ann Thebus
Kevin Duda
Charles S. Dutton
Gerry Becker
Chelcie Ross
Jon Favreau
Ron Dean
John Beasley
Christopher Erwin
Lili Taylor
Luke Massery
Mitch Rouse
Greta Lind
Ned Beatty

Adaptation

Based On A True Story
Biographical

Budget

Mid-Budget

Cinematic Technique

Character-Driven
Documentary-Style
Football Scenes
Location-Specific
Realistic
Traditional

Narrative Structure

Biographical
Linear

Pace

Drama-Driven
Engaging
Moderate-Paced
Motivational
Steady

Runtime

Around 2 Hours

Soundtrack

Inspirational Score
Jerry Goldsmith

Style

Biographical
Cinematic
Dramatic
Realistic
Sentimental
Sports

Time-Period

1960S
1970S

Central Conflict

Academic Ineligibility
Dream Vs. Reality
Team Inclusion

Characters

Coach Devine
Notre Dame Players
Rudy Ruettiger

Ending

Bittersweet
Emotional
Triumphant

Historical Context

1960S-1970S
College Football History

Key Plot Points

Final Game Appearance
Rudy'S Perseverance
Team Support

Plot

College Football
Dream Pursuit
Overcoming Adversity
Pursuit Of Dreams
Sports Journey
Underdog Story

Setting

Holy Cross College
Joliet, Illinois
Notre Dame
Notre Dame Campus
Steel Mill Town

Shooting Location

Chicago
Notre Dame Campus
Whiting, Indiana

Theme

Dreams
Hard Work
Perseverance
Self-Belief

Genre

Biographical
Biography
Drama
Sports
Sports Drama

Audiences

Families
Family
Inspirational
Sports Enthusiasts
Sports Fans
Young Adults

Titles

Rudy

Awards

Afi 100 Cheers

Box Office Success

Moderate Box Office

Critical Reception

Ebert Praise
Favorable Reviews
Realistic

Festivals

Toronto International Film Festival

Popularity

Cult Sports Film
Inspirational Classic

Ratings

Metacritic 71
Rotten Tomatoes 78%

Reception

Afi 100 Cheers
Audience Acclaim
Award Recognition
Film Festival
Positive Reviews

Production Countries

United States

Release Year

1993
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