Prefontaine
He beat the odds... And became a legend!
1997 • 106 min • Drama · Romance
Synopsis
It's the true-life story of legendary track star Steve Prefontaine, the exciting and sometimes controversial "James Dean of Track," whose spirit captured the heart of the nation! Cocky, charismatic, and tough, "Pre" was a running rebel who defied rules, pushed limits ... and smashed records ...
Our family guide
Best from age 12- 65 Audience · 89 · 100%
This biopic tells the true story of Steve Prefontaine, an iconic American runner known for his fierce competitive spirit and rule-breaking attitude. It follows his journey from local sensation to Olympic hopeful, showcasing his drive and determination on and off the track.
- Violence & peril
- 2/10
- Language
- 3/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 3/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- Occasional strong language
- Depictions of alcohol use
- Some competitive aggression
What it models well
- Perseverance and dedication
- Chasing ambitious goals
- Authenticity and self-belief
Talk about it after
- The importance of fair play in sports
- Dealing with pressure and expectations
- Finding purpose and passion
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Top billed cast
Director: Steve James • Crew: Eugene Corr, Steve James
Trailers & clips
Prefontaine - Trailer
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 6.5/10 (89)
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $8,000,000
- Box office
- $589,304
- IMDb
- tt0119937
