What is Bad News Bears?
Bad News Bears is a 2005 American sports comedy film directed by Richard Linklater. The screenplay was written by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2005
- Release date
- Jul 22, 2005
- Genres
- Comedy
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.8/10
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Bad News Bears is a 2005 American sports comedy film directed by Richard Linklater. The screenplay was written by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa. The film features a cast that includes Billy Bob Thornton, Greg Kinnear, and Marcia Gay Harden. Other cast members include Sammi Kane Kraft, Brandon Craggs, Jeffrey Davies, Timmy Deters, Carlos Estrada, and Emmanuel Estrada.
The story follows Morris Buttermaker, a burned-out minor league baseball player who struggles with drinking and behavioral issues. His lawyer arranges for him to manage a local Little League team. Buttermaker becomes the head of a rag-tag group of misfit players known as the Bears. Through a series of unconventional team-building exercises and an offbeat coaching style, Buttermaker works to prepare the team to face their rivals, the Yankees. The film was released in the United States on July 22, 2005. It has a runtime of one hour and fifty-three minutes and is rated PG-13. The production is categorized as a comedy.
Should you watch it?
“A washed‑up ballplayer turns a misfit Little League squad into a chaotic underdog.”
- Humorous take on Little League baseball
- Offbeat coaching methods create laughs
- Underdog team dynamics are entertaining
- Relies on broad comedy that may not appeal to all
- Some viewers may find the humor uneven
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted sports comedies with quirky characters.
The film’s PG‑13 rating reflects mild language and drinking jokes, making it suitable for teen and adult audiences.
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What is the basic premise of Bad News Bears (2005)?
The film follows burned‑out minor‑league player Morris Buttermaker, who is hired to coach a rag‑tag Little League team and uses unconventional methods to prepare them for a game against the Yankees.
Who is the central character?
Morris Buttermaker, a disillusioned minor‑league baseball player, serves as the main character and coach.
What sport does the movie focus on?
The story centers on baseball, specifically a Little League team.
What is the film’s rating and runtime?
Bad News Bears (2005) is rated PG‑13 and runs about 1 hour 53 minutes.
When was the movie released?
It was released in the United States on July 22, 2005.
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