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The Replacements
Why this pick
Another scrappy football comedy built around unlikely recruits, team chemistry, and the joyous underdog push to prove they belong.
A FILM WORTH A CLOSER LOOKTHE FEATURE PRESENTATION
MOVIE1991 1h 48m USA
IF THIS ONE STAYED WITH YOU
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Why this pick
Its dysfunctional roster, irreverent locker-room humor, and satisfying underdog season closely echo the appeal of the Armadillos’ comeback.
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Why this pick
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Why this pick
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01 / THE STORY
A little about the film.
Due to NCAA sanctions, the Texas State University Fightin' Armadillos must form a football team from their actual student body, with no scholarships to help, to play their football schedule.
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02 / FACES IN THE FRAME
The people who bring it to life.
Rob Schneider
Chuck Neiderman
Kathy Ireland
Lucy Draper
Jerry Rice
Convict Football Player
Sinbad
Andre Krimm
Scott Bakula
Paul Blake
Robert Loggia
Coach Wally Rig
Harley Jane Kozak
Dr. Suzanne Carter
Larry Miller
Dean Phillip Elias