Rudy (1993) movie poster

Rudy (1993)

"It's not the size of the dog in the fight, It's the size of the fight in the dog."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 69%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 76% (RT: 80%, MC: 71) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaHistory

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Director
David Anspaugh
Runtime
1h 54m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.3/10 (735 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
80%
Metacritic
71
Cast
Sean Astin as Daniel E. 'Rudy' Ruettiger
Jon Favreau as D-Bob
Ned Beatty as Daniel Ruettiger
Lili Taylor as Sherry
Vince Vaughn as Jamie O'Hara
Greta Lind as Mary
It's divisive. Only 69% of audiences liked it based on 735 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 76%.
Overview
Rudy grew up in a steel mill town where most people ended up working, but wanted to play football at Notre Dame instead. There were only a couple of problems. His grades were a little low, his athletic skills were poor, and he was only half the size of the other players. But he had the drive and the spirit of 5 people and has set his sights upon joining the team. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1993 among dedicated fans.
  • The iconic poster for Rudy was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Rudy is a 1993 drama, history film directed by David Anspaugh. Rudy grew up in a steel mill town where most people ended up working, but wanted to play football at Notre Dame instead. There were only a couple of problems.

His grades were a little low, his athletic skills were poor, and he was only half the size of the other players. But he had the drive and the spirit of 5 people and has set his sights upon joining the team. The film has been rated by 735 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Rudy delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Rudy (1993) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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