Invincible (2006)

Based on the story of Vince Papale, a 30-year-old bartender from South Philadelphia who overcame long odds to play for the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles in 1976.

Director:

Ericson Core

Writer:

Brad Gann

Stars:

Mark Wahlberg, Greg Kinnear, Elizabeth Banks

2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Mark Wahlberg	...	Vince Papale
Greg Kinnear	...	Dick Vermeil
Elizabeth Banks	...	Janet Cantrell
Kevin Conway	...	Frank Papale
Michael Rispoli	...	Max Cantrell
Kirk Acevedo	...	Tommy
Dov Davidoff	...	Johnny
Michael Kelly	...	Pete
Sal Darigo	...	Mick
Nicoye Banks	...	TJ Banks
Turron Kofi Alleyne	...	Ronnie Sampson
Cosmo DeMatteo	...	Dean German
Stink Fisher	...	Denny Franks
Michael Mulheren	...	AC Craney
Michael Nouri	...	Leonard Tose

Storyline

In the sumer of 1976, 30-year old Vince Papale is having a tough run of luck. He's been working as a supply teacher for two days a week but has just found out that his job has been eliminated because of budget cuts. His wife gives up on him saying he'll never amount to anything and asks for a divorce. He works as a bartender and plays football with his friends. When the the new coach of the Philadelphia Eagles, Dick Vermeil, announces that he will hold open tryouts for the team, Vince reluctantly decides to give a try. Based on a true story.

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Plot Keywords:

philadelphia eagles | tryouts | 30 year old | bartender | football | 

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Taglines:

In 1976, a 30-year-old bartender, who played only one year of high school football, tried to become the NFL's most unlikely rookie.

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Genres:

Biography | Drama | Sport

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for sports action and some mild language

Details

Official Sites:

Disney [United States]

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

25 August 2006 (USA)

Also Known As:

Who's Nuts Invincible

Filming Locations:

East Passyunk ave and South Juniper street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Box Office

Opening Weekend:

$17,031,122 (USA) (25 August 2006)

Gross:

$57,789,574 (USA) (10 November 2006)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Walt Disney Pictures, Mayhem Pictures, Who's Nuts Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

105 min

Sound Mix:

SDDS DTS Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

This picture was made with the support of the Philadelphia Eagles and the National Football League (NFL).

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Goofs

In the game against the Cowboys, the Eagles are shown walking out of the tunnel on the right side of the field. That is the Cowboys locker room. The visitors walk out onto the left side of the field.

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Quotes

Frank Papale: You know how I used to tell you about Van Buren scoring that touchdown back in '48?
[pauses]
Frank Papale: Yeah, I know.
[waving hands]
Frank Papale: I know. That touchdown got me through 30 years at that factory. Got me through all those times your mother being sick. When I told you not to get your hopes up... didn't mean that I wasn't.

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Connections

Referenced in Sports Jeopardy!: Episode #1.6 (2014)

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Soundtracks

Feelin' Alright
Written by Dave Mason
Performed by Grand Funk Railroad
Courtesy of Capitol Records
Under license from EMI Film & Television Music

User Reviews

Such a great film

I gave this film a 10 rating which is highly unusual for me. But, upon reflection, I could find NOTHING wrong with it. The actors are perfectly cast. The musical score is great at transporting you back to the day. The scripting is wonderfully low-key and seemingly true to life. There is no overwhelming sentimentality, yet there is also no unnecessary violence or foul language. In short, it's perfect.

Wahlberg can consider this one of his shining moments. As can the rest of the cast. I'm not even a football fan. But, after reading strong reviews, especially about Wahlberg's performance, I took a chance and went. On my "Mom's night out." I was thinking "If this stinks, then I've wasted a night that won't come around for another week or two." I came home and told my husband "Honey, we've got to see this football film together." He looked at me as though I'd lost my mind. If they made more sports films like this one, then I'd go. I'll be buying the DVD. For the whole family.