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Movie Info

Release Date: May 27, 2005

Runtime: 113 minutes

Alternative titles: View all (33)

Genres:

Drama Crime Comedy

Budget: $90,000,000

Revenue: $191,466,556

Original Language: English

Status: Released

Production Countries:

🇺🇸 United States of America

Spoken Languages:

English

Critic Scores

Ratings from trusted sources

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31%

Tomatometer

48/100

Metacritic

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6.7/10

TMDB
3,640 votes

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6.4/10

IMDb
209,884 votes

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The Longest Yard

Name: The Longest Yard
Genre: Drama, Crime, Comedy
Released: 2005
Duration: 113 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, James Cromwell, Nelly, Rob Schneider

2005

"Redemption is a game best played together."

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Le dernier essai^? 🇪🇸 ES: El clan de los rompehuesos^? 🇫🇷 FR: Mi-temps au mitard^? 🇩🇪 DE: Spiel ohne Regeln^? 🇵🇹 PT: Golpe Baixo^? All international titles (33) →

Drama Crime Comedy 113 min 6.4/10

Synopsis

The Longest Yard is a movie released in 2005.

The Longest Yard is a 2005 film that blends the genres of drama, crime, and comedy, showcasing a unique narrative set within the confines of a prison. The story follows Paul Crewe, portrayed by Adam Sandler, a former professional football player who finds himself incarcerated and must navigate the challenges of prison life. As he attempts to adapt to his new environment, Crewe is confronted by the realities of his situation and the dynamics among inmates. The film develops around the concept of a football game that pits the prisoners against the guards, offering a platform for themes of camaraderie, redemption, and resilience. With a cast that includes Chris Rock, James Cromwell, and Rob Schneider, the film balances humor with moments of deeper emotional resonance. The atmosphere is marked by a mix of levity and seriousness, allowing audiences to engage with the characters' struggles while also enjoying comedic elements inherent in their circumstances.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	3/5
Sexual Content	2/5
Language	3/5
Drugs / Alcohol	1/5
Frightening Elements	1/5

Detailed explanations

Violence

The film contains scenes of physical confrontations and sports-related violence, including tackles and fights that may be intense but are primarily portrayed in a comedic context.

Sexual Content

There are some suggestive situations and innuendos, but explicit sexual content is minimal and not graphically depicted.

Language

The dialogue includes frequent use of profanity and some crude language, which may be inappropriate for younger audiences.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are brief instances of characters drinking alcohol, but it is not a central theme of the film.

Frightening Elements

There are no significant frightening elements, but some scenes may include mild tension or intensity typical of sports dramas.

Summary for parents:

The Longest Yard is a comedy-drama that touches on themes of redemption and teamwork through the lens of sports. While it contains some moderate violence and language, the overall tone is light-hearted, making it suitable for older children and teens.

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Box Office

Budget: $90,000,000

Revenue: $191,466,556

Profit $101,466,556

ROI +112.7% (2.1x)

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Cast of The Longest Yard

Adam Sandler

Paul Crewe

Chris Rock

Caretaker

James Cromwell

Warden Hazen

Nelly

Megget

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Keywords

#remake 92 #sports 91 #prison 72 #corruption 61 #texas 42 #blackmail 36 #prisoner 21 #american football 14 #smuggling (contraband) 12 #based on movie 10 #prison guard 8 #prison warden 5 #inmate 5 #san diego, california 5 #american football player 2

Production Companies

Paramount Pictures

Columbia Pictures

Happy Madison Productions

MTV Films

Callahan Filmworks

Trivia & Fun Facts about The Longest Yard

The film was shot in various locations around New Mexico, with the majority of the prison scenes filmed at the New Mexico State Penitentiary, which was closed in 1998.

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In a nod to the original 1974 version of The Longest Yard, the film features a cameo by former NFL player and actor Burt Reynolds, who played the lead role in the original.

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In one scene, Chris Rock's character is seen wearing a shirt with the name 'Cruz' written on it, which is a reference to the character played by Reynolds in the original film.

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The film includes a subplot involving the character played by James Cromwell, who portrays the corrupt warden, reflecting real-life issues of corruption and power dynamics within prison systems.

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During the football game scenes, several players are seen wearing mismatched jerseys, which were a result of continuity errors during filming, as the uniforms were often swapped and not corrected in post-production.

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The soundtrack features a mix of rock and hip-hop tracks, including songs from artists such as 50 Cent and The Game, which helped to enhance the film's energetic and comedic tone.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

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Sexual Content

Language

Drugs / Alcohol

Frightening Elements

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Cast of The Longest Yard

Adam Sandler

Chris Rock

James Cromwell

Nelly

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