The Longest Yard 2005
“If you can't get out, get even.”
What is The Longest Yard?
The film "The Longest Yard" is a sports drama that takes place in a Texas federal penitentiary. A former professional football quarterback is incarcerated at the institution.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2005
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 113 minutes
- Release date
- May 27, 2005
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Callahan Filmworks, Paramount Pictures, MTV Films
- Budget
- $90,000,000
- Revenue
- $191,466,556
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy, Crime
- Updated
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Overview
The film "The Longest Yard" is a sports drama that takes place in a Texas federal penitentiary. A former professional football quarterback is incarcerated at the institution. He is recruited by the warden to advise the prison guards' football team. The quarterback suggests a tune-up game, which leads to him quarterbacking a team of inmates in a game against the guards. The inmates are aided by an ex-NFL coach and player. The team must face not only the opposing guards, but also the corrupt warden who is trying to manipulate the game. The film features a football game between the inmates and the prison guards, with the inmates seeking to overcome their opponents.
Should you watch it?
“Disgraced quarterback leads inmates in a high‑stakes football showdown against prison guards.”
- Entertaining blend of sports action and humor
- Features a charismatic lead and veteran supporting cast
- Tone is comedic, not a serious drama
Watch it if you enjoy a light‑hearted sports rivalry set in a prison.
Rated PG‑13, the film mixes slapstick humor with mild prison‑related violence.
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Frequently asked questions
Is The Longest Yard (2005) a remake?
Yes, it is an updated remake of the 1974 film of the same name.
Who directed the 2005 version?
The film was directed by Peter Segal.
What is the film’s rating?
The movie is rated PG‑13.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour 53 minutes.
What genres does the film combine?
It blends drama, comedy, and crime as a sports comedy film.