American Underdog tells the inspirational true story of Kurt Warner (Zachary Levi), who went from a stockboy at a grocery store to a two-time NFL MVP, Super Bowl champion, and Hall of Fame quarterback.
The film centers on Warner’s unique story and years of challenges and setbacks that could have derailed his aspirations to become an NFL player – but just when his dreams seemed all but out of reach, it is only with the support of his wife, Brenda (Anna Paquin) and the encouragement of his family, coaches, and teammates that Warner perseveres and finds the strength to show the world the champion that he already is.
American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story is an upcoming American biographical film directed by Andrew and Jon Erwin. It tells the story of NFL quarterback Kurt Warner. Produced by the Kingdom Story Company, and starring Zachary Levi, Anna Paquin, Ser’Darius Blain, Adam Baldwin, Bruce McGill, and Dennis Quaid the film is scheduled to be released on December 25, 2021, by Lionsgate Films.
The film was announced in February 2020, when Andrew and Jon Erwin were hired to direct the film. In September 2020, it was announced Zachary Levi would star as Warner. In January 2021, Anna Paquin and Dennis Quaid were among the additional cast added to the film. Filming began on January 25, 2021, and concluded on March 6. Shooting occurred in Atlanta and Oklahoma City.
American Underdog (2021)
Directed by: Andrew Erwin, Jon Erwin
Starring: Zachary Levi, Anna Paquin, Dennis Quaid, Cindy Hogan, Adam Baldwin, Bruce McGill, Danny Vinson, Chance Kelly, Hayden Zaller, Cora Kate Wilkerson, Nic Harris
Screenplay by: David Aaron Cohen, Jon Erwin, Jon Gunn
Production Design by: Nicole Elespuru
Cinematography by: Kristopher Kimlin
Film Editing by: Sean Albertson
Costume Design by: Karyn Wagner
Set Decoration by: Jennifer Herbel
Art Direction by: Joseph Nadeau
MPAA Rating: None.
Distributed by: Lionsgate Films
Release Date: December 10, 2021
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