The Longest Yard (1974)
It's survival of the fiercest and funniest
Director: Robert Aldrich
|Writers: Tracy Keenan Wynn
|Stars: Burt Reynolds, Eddie Albert, Ed Lauter
Storyline
A football player-turned-convict organizes a team of inmates to play against a team of prison guards. His dilemma is that the warden asks him to throw the game in return for an early release, but he is also concerned about the inmates' lack of self-esteem.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Longest Yard |
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| Release date | Aug 21, 1974 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | prison, sports, georgia, american football, palm beach, florida, quarterback |
FAQ
What is The Longest Yard about?
A football player-turned-convict organizes a team of inmates to play against a team of prison guards. His dilemma is that the warden asks him to throw the game in return for an early release, but he is also concerned about the inmates' lack of self-esteem.
When was The Longest Yard released?
The Longest Yard was released on Aug 21, 1974 (status: Released).
Who directed The Longest Yard?
Robert Aldrich directed The Longest Yard.
What is the TMDB rating of The Longest Yard?
The Longest Yard has a TMDB rating of 6.7/10 from 338 votes.