Woodlawn Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Amy Renner

Last modified: Feb. 20, 2016

Woodlawn

Release Date: Friday, October 16, 2015 Limited

A film based on an inspiring real-life story about love and unity in a school torn by racism and hate in the 1970s.

Director: Jon Erwin • Andrew Erwin

Starring: Sean Astin • C. Thomas Howell • Jon Voight • Brando Eaton • Virginia Williams

PG Drama N/A

4.48 / 5.0

90% WILL SEE 10% WON'T SEE

Rent or buy

Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: In 1973, a spiritual awakening captured the heart of nearly every player of the Woodlawn High School football team, including its coach Tandy Gerelds. Their dedication to love and unity in a school filled with racism and hate leads to the largest high school football game ever played in the torn city of Birmingham, Alabama, and the rise of its first African American superstar, Tony Nathan.

Drama Sports True Story

Snap poll

Will you see Woodlawn?

90% of people who rated this movie are planning to watch it.

10% of people have indicated they do not plan to see this movie.

Watched it? Share Your Rating!

Who stars in Woodlawn – Cast List

S
Sean Astin
... Hank

The Lord of The Rings: The Two Towers Extended Edition, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
C
C. Thomas Howell
... George 'Shorty' White

Where The Wind Blows , Ride
J
Jon Voight
... Paul Bryant

Reagan, Man with No Past
B
Brando Eaton
... Mike Morton

American Sniper, Cabin Fever: Patient Zero
V
Virginia Williams
... Debbie

10 Rules for Sleeping Around
Sherri Shepherd
... Momma Nathan

Straw, Think Like a Man
R
Rhoda Griffis
... Brenda Howly

Just Mercy, Runaway Jury
N
Nic Bishop
... Tandy Gerelds

Jesus Revolution, The Lears
R
Richard Kohnke
... Jeff Rutledge

The Demented

Who is making Woodlawn – Crew List

A look at Woodlawn behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Jon Erwin last helmed Jesus Revolution and American Underdog. The film's writer Jon Erwin last penned Ordinary Angels and Jesus Revolution.

Director: Jon Erwin
Andrew Erwin
Screenwriters: Jon Erwin
Quinton Peeples

Studios: Pure Flix Entertainment
Production Company: Crescent City Pictures

Production – What we know about the Woodlawn

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Aug 2015

Completed

Changed Woodlawn movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Jun 2015

Post-Production

Changed the movie production status to Post-Production. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

Have updates about Woodlawn? We'd love to hear from you!

Submit update

Additional Information

Parent Rating: PG Parental Guidance Suggested for thematic elements including some racial tension/violence
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Woodlawn Trailers and Clips

Woodlawn

Theatrical Trailer

Woodlawn Release Date: When was the film released?

Woodlawn was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, October 16 , 2015. There were 12 12 other movies released on the same date, including Bridge of Spies, Goosebumps and Crimson Peak. As a limited release, Woodlawn was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.

Woodlawn DVD & Blu-ray Release Date

Woodlawn is scheduled to be released on DVD and Blu-ray on Saturday, January 19, 2016. Availability may vary by region. Pre-order your copy of Woodlawn today on Amazon.

Woodlawn Digital Release Date

Woodlawn is coming out across all major streaming and cable platforms on Tuesday, January 5, 2016. Digital rental or purchase allows you to instantly stream and download to watch anywhere and anytime on your favorite devices.