Greater

“Greater” is 2016 is a sports biography drama/comedy starring Neal McDonough (Yellowstone), Leslie Easterbrook (The Devil’s Rejects), Fredric Lehne (American Horror Story), and Christopher Severio (Suit Up).

“Greater” is the true story about Brandon Burlsworth who was an offensive tackle for the Arkansas Razorbacks and is considered the greatest walk on in the history of college football.

I hadn’t heard of this movie before or the story of Brandon Burlsworth but I came across it on Tubi and it looked like it would be good, so I gave it a shot. It’s one of those motivational movies where against all odds the main character prevails by overcoming their past and whatever obstacles they face. It’s cheesy writing with the dialogue and very hallmark-esque. Even so, it’s still pretty good, and though you know the outcome that he ends up being a starter and one of the best walk-on’s ever, you still find yourself routing for Brandon. It’s not as good of a football movie as say “Invincible” or “Remember the Titans” but it still deserves its place among motivational sports movies. The acting from Severio and McDonough plus the story line makes it worth it. I give it a 7/10.