The Blind Side Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Plot

"The Blind Side" depicts the remarkable true story of Michael Oher, a homeless African-American youngster from a broken home, taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do white family who help him fulfill his potential. At the same time, Oher's presence in the Touhys' lives leads them to some insightful self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football player and student, Oher works hard and, with the help of his coaches and adopted family, becomes an All-American offensive left tackle.

Comedy Drama Sports

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  Sandra Bullock

  Bullet Train, Lost City of D

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  Tim McGraw

  Safe House, The Shack

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  Kathy Bates

  Bee Movie, Titanic - 25 Year Anniversary

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  Jae Head

  Bravetown

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  Lily Collins

  Inheritance, MaXXXine

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  Quinton Aaron

Who is making The Blind Side – Crew List

A look at The Blind Side behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director John Lee Hancock last helmed Mr. Harrigan’s Phone and The Little Things. The film's writer John Lee Hancock last penned Mr. Harrigan’s Phone and Chaos Walking.

Director

John Lee Hancock

Screenwriter

John Lee Hancock

Producers

Broderick Johnson
Andrew Kosove
Gil Netter

Production – What we know about the The Blind Side

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Key Facts

• Adapted from the best-selling novel by Michael Lewis, "The Blind Side: Evolution of the Game."

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Aug 2009

Completed

Changed The Blind Side movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Feb 2009

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

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