To save his grandson, a retired rodeo star enters a high-stakes bull-riding competition. Along the way, he confronts his past, discovers faith, and proves that true courage lies in family.To save his grandson, a retired rodeo star enters a high-stakes bull-riding competition. Along the way, he confronts his past, discovers faith, and proves that true courage lies in family.To save his grandson, a retired rodeo star enters a high-stakes bull-riding competition. Along the way, he confronts his past, discovers faith, and proves that true courage lies in family.
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Daylon Swearingen
- Billy Hamilton
- (as Daylon Ray Swearingen)
Kamen Casey
- Cooper Duke
- (as a different name)
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10TonjaN-8
The whole family loved it! 3 generations respecting the same film is something to celebrate. Heartwarming story that feels real in your heart, even if a little bit is a slight stretch from practicality. You can't help but want to cheer and pray for this family. Good laughs and good tears. I didn't want to take a bathroom break for fear of missing some great lines. You don't need to be religious to enjoy this film, but it is nice to see the reality of faith being tested, lost, and found again. What seem like the darkest moments can bring us into the brightest light. Truly a great message, but stands alone as a good movie simply for plot and characters.
10DonM-22
The Last Rodeo From the start of the film to the end. You were always rooting for Neal McDonough's character Joe Wrainwright to succeed. This Mixed up family drama tells a heart felt story of a father and a grand father doing the right thing
His co star and army Buddy Mykelti Williamson (Charlie Williams) has not been in a better role since Forest Gump. Charlie and Joes relationship really moves you.
There is more to this film than Bull Riding
Christoper McDonald steps out of his villain Stereotype and makes you see another side of his acting talent if you don't need as much explosions this summer. Take your family to the Last Rodeo. You will be glad you did.
His co star and army Buddy Mykelti Williamson (Charlie Williams) has not been in a better role since Forest Gump. Charlie and Joes relationship really moves you.
There is more to this film than Bull Riding
Christoper McDonald steps out of his villain Stereotype and makes you see another side of his acting talent if you don't need as much explosions this summer. Take your family to the Last Rodeo. You will be glad you did.
10brepryse
There's so much to love about this. It's the story of a retired injured bull rider regaining his confidence, heart and soul when his grandson has a medical condition that insurance doesn't cover. It shows how to re-find ourselves we must make amends with the past. It moves fast, stays on point and doesn't gloss over tough issues. Watching the characters go through their darkness and pain can help anyone watching let go of their past in great ways. Exciting and upbeat. Loved the rodeo action and the riders. One of my favorite things: that our faith in God starts with/requires us to have faith in ourselves.
Hard to find good family-friendly movies and The Last Rodeo didn't disappoint. A great message and storyline. The acting was fabulous. And Neal McDonough has the bod of a 20-year-old! We both had thoughts at the end about someone we've had a disagreement with and decided tonight to reach out THANKS TO THIS MOVIE! The actors were excellent, right down to Cody. I missed my Dad more than ever after watching this movie. How many times can I say movie? Another Angel Studios excellent movie. As Guild Members we appreciate the input we have on such movies. Great movie and look forward to many more by Angel.
I loved this movie!!
I was expecting this movie to be pretty good, but it far exceeded my expectations. I really appreciated discovering the dynamics of each of the main characters relationships.
The main 3 characters in the movie were strong actors and I was impressed with the way they made me believe the story. I got emotional a few times with the story, writing, and acting, but enjoyed some laughter as well.
This is such an entertaining and heartwarming story of forgiveness, sacrifice, friendship and love, with just enough action.
It is a perfect movie for a date night, a friends night out, or for the whole family!
I was expecting this movie to be pretty good, but it far exceeded my expectations. I really appreciated discovering the dynamics of each of the main characters relationships.
The main 3 characters in the movie were strong actors and I was impressed with the way they made me believe the story. I got emotional a few times with the story, writing, and acting, but enjoyed some laughter as well.
This is such an entertaining and heartwarming story of forgiveness, sacrifice, friendship and love, with just enough action.
It is a perfect movie for a date night, a friends night out, or for the whole family!
Did you know
- TriviaBecause of his religious beliefs, Neal McDonough has refused to play romantic roles and has consistently refused to kiss anyone other than his wife, Ruve McDonough. For this film, Ruve is shown in flashbacks playing the wife of his character, making this McDonough's first kiss scene being between him and his wife.
- GoofsWhen Sally texts Joe, the text bubble is green on Sally's phone which is the color of SMS messaging. When Joe receives the text, the bubble is blue which is Apple messaging. Since Joe and Sally both use Apple devices, the text bubble should be blue on both phones.
- Quotes
Sally Wainwright: You nearly killed yourself riding bulls and you wonder why I don't want my son following in your footsteps.
Details
Box office
- Budget
- $8,500,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $15,201,659
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $5,426,885
- May 25, 2025
- Gross worldwide
- $15,202,565
- Runtime
- 1h 56m(116 min)
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 2.39 : 1
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