The Replacements
Maverick old-guard coach Jimmy McGinty is hired in the wake of a players' strike to help the Washington Sentinels advance to the playoffs. But that impossible dream hinges on whether his replacements can hunker down and do the job. So, McGinty dusts off his secret dossier of ex-players who never got a chance (or screwed up the one they were given) and knits together a bad-dream team of guys who just may give the Sentinels their title shot.
Critics Sentiment
Falco throws winning touchdown to secure victory and playoffs
Martel clashes with team as Sentinels trail Dallas 17-0
The dramatic swing from the team's lowest point at halftime with Martel (4.8) to Falco's triumphant return and rally (7.8) represents a 3.0-point emotional turnaround.
The Replacements follows a classic underdog sports formula that reviewers found predictable but executed with enough charm and humor to be genuinely entertaining. The film peaks with memorable comedic moments like the jail dance scene and climaxes with a satisfying comeback victory. While critics noted the clichéd plot and some weak football action, most praised the ensemble cast chemistry and Keanu Reeves' understated performance.
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Keanu Reeves
Shane Falco
Gene Hackman
Jimmy McGinty
Brooke Langton
Annabelle Farrell
Orlando Jones
Clifford Franklin
Faizon Love
Jamal Jackson
Jon Favreau
Daniel Bateman
Rhys Ifans
Nigel 'The Leg' Gruff
Keith David
Lindell
Ace Yonamine
Jumbo
Troy Winbush
Walter Cochran
David Denman
Brian Murphy
Michael Jace
Earl Wilkinson / Ray Smith
Gailard Sartain
Pilachowski
Brett Cullen
Eddie Martel
Jack Warden
Edward O'Neil
Michael Taliferro
Andre Jackson
Robyn Peterson
Mrs. O'Neil
Kevin Reid
Detroit Quarterback
Sarah Ann Morris
Heather
Caroline Keenan
Dawn
Crew
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