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The Game Plan (2007): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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The Game Plan is a 2007 sports comedy directed by Andy Fickman, starring Madison Pettis, Dwayne Johnson and Kyra Sedgwick. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes and earned $147.9 million worldwide. Critics gave it 44 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.

IMDb rating
6.4/10
worldwide gross
$147.9M
Metascore
44
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The Game Plan (2007) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 50m (110 min)
Director
Andy Fickman
Genres
Sport , Comedy , Family
Original language
English
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is The Game Plan About?

The premise of The Game Plan without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Charismatic quarterback Joe Kingman’s life of fame and fortune is upended when he discovers he has a 7-year-old daughter he never knew about. Suddenly, he's juggling football stardom with ballet lessons and bedtime stories, learning the challenges and rewards of fatherhood. Joe must adjust to a new reality, finding unexpected love and discovering that there's more to life beyond the spotlight.

The Game Plan Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • nfl
  • american football game
  • american football ball
  • basketball
  • national basketball association
  • chanel
  • american football jersey
  • football helmet
  • under armour
  • nike
  • american football movie
  • boston celtics
+38 more
  • portland trail blazers
  • coca cola
  • mcdonald's restaurant
  • ford motor company
  • mercedes benz
  • mercedes benz slr mclaren
  • boston rebels
  • disney channel
  • espn
  • sportscenter
  • cadillac automobile
  • cadillac escalade
  • mitsubishi
  • mitsubishi galant
  • nissan
  • nissan frontier
  • chevrolet
  • chevrolet tahoe
  • ford crown victoria
  • mercedes benz r klasse
  • lamborghini
  • lamborghini gallardo
  • dodge the car
  • dodge ram
  • ferrari
  • ferrari f430
  • nissan maxima
  • hummer h2 stretched limousine
  • hummer
  • rolls royce phantom
  • honda
  • honda accord
  • new year's eve
  • onion ring
  • spray breath
  • cookie
  • spaghetti
  • sprint corporation
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Cast & crew

The Game Plan Cast

Madison Pettis leads the cast, with Dwayne Johnson and Kyra Sedgwick. Directed by Andy Fickman.

From the director

More from Andy Fickman

More films directed by Andy Fickman, best-rated first: She's the Man, Race to Witch Mountain, Parental Guidance and You Again.

Full filmography
Ratings

The Game Plan Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Game Plan 44 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.

Plot

The Game Plan Plot Summary

What happens in The Game Plan from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Quarterback Joe Kingman, a superstar in the Boston Rebels football team, is thrown for a loop when an unexpected visitor appears at his doorstep—his presumed 8-year-old daughter, Payton Kelly. Unbeknownst to him, she is a product of a past relationship, and her arrival forces him to confront his past. This brilliant young girl, portrayed by Madison Pettis, transforms Joe’s life from that of a self-absorbed and womanizing athlete into a devoted father.

Initially, Joe struggles with the responsibility of parenthood, juggling his training and game preparations while trying to connect with Payton, who insists on his role as her dad. In a humorous turn of events, her influence inadvertently boosts his popularity, bringing unexpected admiration from fans and teammates alike.

Full summary

The whole story of The Game Plan, scene by scene

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Box office

The Game Plan Box Office

The Game Plan grossed $147.9 million worldwide. $90.6 million came from the US and Canada and $57.2 million (39%) from the rest of the world.

2007 box office

Worldwide gross

$147.9M

US & Canada
$90.6M
International
$57.2M
US & Canada 61% Rest of the world 39%
Videos

The Game Plan Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 teaser.

The Game Plan (2007) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD]
  • Teaser Trailer #1
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Game Plan?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who plays the role of Joe Kingman in 'The Game Plan'?

Cars

Cars in The Game Plan

23 cars on screen, including the 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren C199 and the Club Car Villager 6.

All 23 cars
  • 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren C199 in The Game Plan 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren C199 Important role
  • Club Car Villager 6 in The Game Plan Club Car Villager 6 Minor role
  • 2001 Ford Crown Victoria in The Game Plan 2001 Ford Crown Victoria Minor role
  • 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Klasse W251 in The Game Plan 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Klasse W251 Minor role
Details

The Game Plan Also Known As

29 alternative titles, including “เกมป่วนกวนป๋า” and “Entrenando a Papá”.

Also known as
  • เกมป่วนกวนป๋า
  • Entrenando a Papá
  • Papá por Sorpresa
  • Daddy ohne Plan
  • Maxi Papa
  • Pai
  • Jogas?
  • Cambio di gioco
  • План игры
  • 超级杯奶爸
  • Plán hry
  • Μπαμπάς για Γκολ
+17 more
  • Gyerekjáték
  • תוכנית המשחק
  • Treinando o Papai
  • 超級盃奶爸
  • Plan de match
  • Игра по план
  • Superstaarist musterisa
  • Plan gry
  • Ocka brez nacrta
  • Oyunbozan
  • 게임 플랜
  • План гри
  • ゲーム・プラン, თამაშის გეგმა
  • Kế Hoạch Làm Bố
  • Planas tėčiui
  • 湊女也瘋狂
  • Plan de joc

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FAQ

The Game Plan FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Game Plan, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Game Plan?

The Game Plan runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

When was The Game Plan released?

The Game Plan was released on September 28, 2007.

Who directed The Game Plan?

The Game Plan was directed by Andy Fickman.

More films by Andy Fickman

Who is in the cast of The Game Plan?

The Game Plan stars Madison Pettis, Dwayne Johnson and Kyra Sedgwick.

How much did The Game Plan make at the box office?

The Game Plan grossed $147.9 million worldwide ($90.6 million domestic, $57.2 million international).

How is The Game Plan rated?

The Game Plan has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 44 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.

Does The Game Plan have a post-credit scene?

Yes. The Game Plan has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

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