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10...this is a film about American football, but it is so much more. It is a stark survey of the hold sport has on life, with its tribal allure and power to devastate both supporter and player.
Read full review at Empire
8The movie demonstrates the power of sports to involve us; we don't live in Odessa and are watching a game played 16 years ago, and we get all wound up.
Read full review at Roger EbertCast & Crew
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friday Night Lights about? 
In a small Texas town, the Permian High School football team is the lifeblood of the community. Coach Gary Gaines and his players, led by star running back James "Boobie" Miles, face intense pressure to win a state championship. As the season unfolds, the team faces challenges on and off the field, including injuries, personal struggles, and public scrutiny. Despite setbacks, the Panthers embark on a winning streak, but their ultimate goal is put to the test in a nail-biting showdown against their toughest opponent yet. With resonant performances from Billy Bob Thornton and Lucas Black, Friday Night Lights is a powerful ode to small-town America and the power of sports to bring people together.
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What movies are similar to Friday Night Lights?
Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Friday Night Lights include The Ron Clark Story, The Hours, Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story, My Sister's Keeper, Something the Lord Made, American Beauty.
When was Friday Night Lights released in theaters?
Friday Night Lights was released in theaters on October 8, 2004.
