Today, a Tom Brady comedy film featuring three Oscar winners debuts on Netflix. Directed by Kyle Marvin, the film is produced by the former NFL quarterback and seven-time Super Bowl champion.
Which Tom Brady comedy movie is now available to watch on Netflix?
The film titled 80 for Brady is now available on Netflix. Released on February 3, 2023, it stars Academy Award winners Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno, Sally Field, and Emmy Award winner Lily Tomlin. This sports comedy follows four lifelong friends on an unforgettable journey to see Tom Brady play in Super Bowl LI, where they witness one of the greatest comebacks in sports history.
Written by Sarah Haskins and Emily Halpern, the film is based on a real-life group of Patriots fans known as the Over 80 for Brady club. The concept was pitched by the grandson of one of the members. With a budget of $28 million, 80 for Brady grossed $40.4 million at the global box office, despite receiving mixed reviews.
The cast also includes Billy Porter, Rob Corddry, Alex Moffat, Guy Fieri, Harry Hamlin, Bob Balaban, Glynn Turman, Sara Gilbert, Jimmy O. Yang, Ron Funches, Matt Lauria, Sally Kirkland, Andy Richter, Gus Kenworthy, Brian Jordan Alvarez, Marshawn Lynch, Patton Oswalt, Retta, and Amber Chardae Robinson. Additionally, Tom Brady’s former Patriots teammates Danny Amendola, Julian Edelman, and Rob Gronkowski make cameo appearances as themselves.
The official synopsis of 80 for Brady states: “Four longtime friends embark on a rollicking adventure after scoring tickets to see their favorite quarterback – Tom Brady – play in the Super Bowl.” The film is co-produced by Brady in his first production venture under 199 Productions and by Donna Gigliotti (Silver Linings Playbook, The Reader). Fifth Season and Watch This Ready also contributed to the film’s production.
