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The Longest Yard

R2h 1m1974Robert Aldrich
IMDb: 7.1/10Rotten: 74%Metacritic: 61/100
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"It's survival of the fiercest and funniest"

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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PrisonSportsAmerican FootballGeorgiaQuarterbackPalm Beach, Florida

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Longest Yard (1974) 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.

Who stars in The Longest Yard?

The Longest Yard stars Burt Reynolds (Paul Crewe), Eddie Albert (Warden Hazen), Ed Lauter (Captain Knauer), Michael Conrad (Nate Scarboro), James Hampton (Caretaker). The film was directed by Robert Aldrich.

How long is The Longest Yard?

The Longest Yard has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1974. It is rated R.

Is The Longest Yard worth watching?

The Longest Yard holds an IMDb rating of 7.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 74. Fans of Comedy, Drama, Crime are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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