You Gotta Believe

Name: You Gotta Believe
Released: 2024-08-30T00:00:00.000000Z
Rating: 7.2

A team of underdogs, with the spirit of champions.

2024 • 104 min • ★ 7.2 (46) • Released

Drama Family

After dedicating the season to a teammate’s ailing father, a group of underestimated Ft. Worth youth baseball players takes its Cinderella run all the way to the 2002 Little League World Series—culminating in a record-breaking showdown that became an instant ESPN classic.

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Original title: You Gotta Believe
Language: EN
Country: US
Budget: —
Revenue: $1,369,201

Reviews & Ratings 2

JuanPabloMontaya

Sep 9, 2025 · via TMDB

★ 10.0

My family and I really enjoyed this heart-warming story. Well acted and even though it won't make a billion dollars, this is the type of movie that most people still yearn for. No capes, no CGI, no weird messaging being pushed. Well done to everyone involved.

tmdb51616167

Sep 1, 2024 · via TMDB

★ 1.0

In the recently released 2024 film "You Gotta Believe," Luke Wilson takes on the lead role in a faith-based baseball movie that falls short of expectations. The title misleads viewers into thinking it's a feel-good underdog sports story, but instead, it veers into unnecessary comedy that detracts from the emotional depth it aims to achieve. Wilson's casting as the lead feels out of place, his comedic nature overpowering any attempts at drama. The rushed plot fails to properly develop the characters or storyline, leaving the audience disconnected from the narrative. The lack of originality in casting and character development further hampers the film's impact, with forgettable performances across the board. The film's attempt at incorporating faith-based elements feels forced and lacks sincerity, with a brief moment of spiritual reflection overshadowed by the overall tone of the movie. Inconsistencies, such as Wilson's character failing to realistically portray his battle with cancer, further highlight the film's shortcomings. Overall, "You Gotta Believe" struggles to find its footing, wavering between genres and failing to deliver a cohesive and compelling story. With its poorly executed writing and lackluster performances, the film ultimately falls short of being a memorable or meaningful viewing experience.

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Keywords 7

2000s baseball based on true story historical drama independent film little league sports

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