Fathom Events announced the US distribution pickup of Average Joe, the "true story of a football coach fired for praying". The film will be released in theaters nationwide this fall. The specific date has not yet been announced.
Based on the life of US Marine (ret.) and high school football coach Joseph Kennedy, Average Joe follows the inspiring true story of his fight for religious freedom. Starring Eric Close (“Nashville,” “Suits”) and Amy Acker (“Person of Interest,” “Alias”), and directed by Emmy Award winning Harold Cronk (Unbroken: Path to Redemption), this powerful movie serves as a tribute to the unwavering strength of faith and the human spirit.
The film's plot:
High school football coach Joe Kennedy had no other choice but to fight. A childhood in foster care followed by 20 years in the Marine Corps was nothing compared to his biggest battle: his commitment to stand for God publicly by taking a knee in prayer after each game. When he was fired, Joe and his wife Denise knew this battle for religious freedom, freedom of speech, and the rights of all Americans was one they would have to fight—no matter the cost.
