The Longest Ride (2015)

The lives of a young couple intertwine with a much older man, as he reflects back on a past love.

Director:

George Tillman Jr.

Writers:

Nicholas Sparks (novel), Craig Bolotin (screenplay)

Stars:

Scott Eastwood, Britt Robertson, Alan Alda

1 win & 4 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Britt Robertson	...	Sophia Danko
Scott Eastwood	...	Luke Collins
Alan Alda	...	Ira Levinson
Jack Huston	...	Young Ira
Oona Chaplin	...	Young Ruth
Melissa Benoist	...	Marcia
Lolita Davidovich	...	Kate Collins
Elea Oberon	...	Mrs. Pfeffer
Kate Forbes	...	Ira's Mother
Tiago Riani	...	Luiz
Danny Vinson	...	Larry Till
Hayley Lovitt	...	Rodeo Girl / Dancer
Tracey Bonner	...	Nurse Wilson
Jaret Sears	...	Joe Parks
Hunter Burke	...	David Stein

Storyline

Based on the bestselling novel by master storyteller Nicholas Sparks, THE LONGEST RIDE centers on the star-crossed love affair between Luke, a former champion bull rider looking to make a comeback, and Sophia, a college student who is about to embark upon her dream job in New York City's art world. As conflicting paths and ideals test their relationship, Sophia and Luke make an unexpected and fateful connection with Ira, whose memories of his own decades-long romance with his beloved wife deeply inspire the young couple. Spanning generations and two intertwining love stories, THE LONGEST RIDE explores the challenges and infinite rewards of enduring love.

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Plot Keywords:

student | bull riding | north carolina | 1940s | art collector | 

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Genres:

Drama | Romance

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for some sexuality, partial nudity, and some war and sports action

Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Official Site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

10 April 2015 (USA)

Also Known As:

Kein Ort ohne Dich

Filming Locations:

Jacksonville, North Carolina, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$34,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$13,019,686 (USA) (10 April 2015)

Gross:

$37,432,299 (USA) (26 June 2015)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Fox 2000 Pictures, Temple Hill Entertainment

Technical Specs

Runtime:

128 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color Black and White (flashback sequence)

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The actor for younger Ira has brown eyes; the actor for old Ira has blue eyes.

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Goofs

When Sofia puts on Luke's hat at the rodeo, she puts it on backwards. You can tell by the flatness of the brim. At the bar, the hat changes location on her head frequently.

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Quotes

Young Ruth: You know sometimes I think what right do I have to be happy when there's so much suffering in the world.
Young Ira: I guess you could say what right do you have to be unhappy.

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Connections

Referenced in Midnight Screenings: The Longest Ride (2015)

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Soundtracks

TERRORIZE
Written and Performed by Zack Tempest
Courtesy of Extreme Music

User Reviews

Such a cute film

My husband and I really enjoyed this. It's sweet and romantic. If you like a movie without swearing and gratuitous sex, etc., this is a feel-good story. Alan Alda was wonderful, and we enjoyed seeing him in this role. Scott Eastwood was convincing as a PBR rider trying not to become a has-been and working through issues of his own. There's action for the guys (bull riding), and something for the ladies (bull riding, and a flash of Scott Eastwood's nice buttocks-thank you for that-so there's something for everyone. The actress who played Alan Alda's wife was absolutely darling. Very romantic film about two people who had a meet-cute and found their lives changed in many ways.