- Release Date: 2007
- Runtime: 123 min
- Genre: Drama, Sport
- Starring: Sean Astin, Powers Boothe, Rachael Leigh Cook, Michael Angarano ... see all
- Director: David M. Evans
- Plot: True story of Kent Stock, who in the early 90's, gives up a job and ditches his wedding plans to take over as head coach as the Norway High School... Read more
User Reviews
A fantastic baseball story
Jul 24, 2008
amalmer - imdb.com
Jul 24, 2008amalmer - imdb.com
"The Final Season," from the director of the Sandlot, is based on the true story of the Norway, Iowa high school baseball team. Norway is a small Iowa town who holds a lot of pride in its baseball team, who has... Full review
It's Not Over Until The Last Bat Swings
Jul 04, 2008
wordsmith_57 - imdb.com
Jul 04, 2008wordsmith_57 - imdb.com
There are a lot of harsh reviews on this film, and it is puzzling. Sure the film has a formula feel to it, but considering how it is based on a true story, how could it not follow the standard... Full review
good movie
Jun 17, 2008
nathan96mcdowell - yahoo.com
Jun 17, 2008nathan96mcdowell - yahoo.com
i liked this movie alot this a good movie that make you want to go out there and hit baseball a few times to this is an inspiration in a way... Full review
Good Story, Bad Follow-through
Jun 11, 2008
Polishleprechan - imdb.com
Jun 11, 2008Polishleprechan - imdb.com
Until I saw this movie, I thought inspirational sports movies were easy to make, but this movie made it seem otherwise. I was expecting more from a movie with such a good cast, but even they couldn't save this movie... Full review
I love baseball, but this was pretty weak
Jun 09, 2008
sleepydew - yahoo.com
Jun 09, 2008sleepydew - yahoo.com
The first half of this movie dragged and had some pretty weak casting and acting. I guess Powers Booth was trying to stay in character as a typical mid-western no-nonsense, old coach, but I'm not sure playing for a guy with... Full review
A Very Good Movie with a Lot Baseball Feeling
Jun 08, 2008
aguilucho9 - imdb.com
Jun 08, 2008aguilucho9 - imdb.com
This is a Great Baseball Movie, and all peoples who have the sport of Baseball in their blood will love this film.Passion, friendship, loyalty, family , all we have in this movie, but specially, a good feeling about baseball, the... Full review
Nice family movie, a small town school's final baseball season.
Jun 07, 2008
TxMike - imdb.com
Jun 07, 2008TxMike - imdb.com
Norway, Iowa. Sounds incongruous. I had never heard of "that" Norway. But apparently over the years this small farming town of 500 or so and their small school had won more than its fair share of state baseball championships, under... Full review
One of the best baseball movies ever
Apr 26, 2008
bfritch55 - imdb.com
Apr 26, 2008bfritch55 - imdb.com
This is one of the best baseball movies I have ever seen. It is not only very inspirational but heartwarming and asks a very personal question that we must all answer-"what do you want to be remembered for." Kent Stock... Full review
Film displays the beauty of Iowa High School Baseball
Jan 28, 2008
spartanbaseballvoice - imdb.com
Jan 28, 2008spartanbaseballvoice - imdb.com
This film tells the story of the Norway High School baseball team, who is looking to end their baseball dynasty with their 20th state championship. As an Iowa native, I knew I had to see this film, and I was... Full review
2005 is not correct yr??
Oct 24, 2007
kungpowthis - yahoo.com
Oct 24, 2007kungpowthis - yahoo.com
this movie isnt even out yet soo it should say 2006. Yahoo just had an article about a helicopter crashing in Iowa while filming this movie...fix ur stuff!... Full review
Critics Reviews
| Apr 18, 2008Monsters and Critics
The special features for this film are really special.....that does not make it tattered or boring.....if you are not a baseball fan, this movie is delightful, inspiring and a lot of fun.....Mr. Astin is a wonderful actor who can make audiences really feel emotions through his subtle yet enormously skillful portrayals..... ... Full Review
| Apr 18, 2008Monsters and Critics
The special features for this film are really special.....that does not make it tattered or boring..... ... Full Review
| Dec 10, 2007Boston Globe
the movie is decent and heartfelt, and it eventually settles into some sharp diamond action
When it works, "The Final Season" coasts along on earnestness and the memory of better movies.
... Full Review
| Nov 10, 2007commonsensemedia.org
What The Final Season does well is remind viewers why they love the game so much.
The makers of THE FINAL SEASON were smart when they decided to release it during Major League Baseball playoffs.
... Full Review
| Oct 12, 2007RopeofSilicon
THE FINAL SEASON is a film about the sudden nature of change, the identity of a small town and the strength that brings out the best when we need it most.
Making matters worse, legendary coach Van Scoyoc is fired and replaced with a one-season assistant coach, Kent Stock (Sean Astin) a move that seems to guarantee the teams failure.
... Full Review
News
The Final Season
stltoday.com –
2007-12-10
By Joe Williams POST-DISPATCH FILM CRITIC 10/12/2007 For the first eight innings, "The Final Season" plays out like a minor league variation of heartland sports movies like "Hoosiers" and "Rudy." ... Full Article
Movie Review: The Final Season
associatedcontent.com –
2007-10-19
MoviePulse.netThe underdog story, usually based on true events, is a winning formula that plays up to the audience and never gets old. It sparks a note of hope, triumph and determination, and resonates with audiences worldwide. ... Full Article
The Final Season
comingsoon.net –
2007-10-12
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2007-10-12

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