A great (and funny) sports film

Rating: 10/10 (12 September 2006)

The best thing about this film is that it works on two levels: As a sports film showcasing underdogs rising up to a challenge (not unlike the real replacement players themselves did), and as a funny, funny comedy. The football moments were very entertaining in and of themselves, although Hollywood had to inject the usual amount of unreal scenarios (come on... a 65 yard field goal!). Still, the action moved well, and having Madden and Summerall was a good touch. As far as the comedy, the entire film was well paced and the ensemble was filled with great performances (Jon Favreau, Orlando Jones, even Gene Hackman showed some comic timing). My son (14 years old) AND my mom (76) both love this film! That's gotta be some sort of record!
5 out of 5 stars!