PG-13

The Best of Times

A comedy about life, hope, and getting even.

1986 • 104 min • Comedy

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Synopsis

A small-town loser determines to have one more shot at the big time by winning a football game.

Our family guide

Best from age 12

Movie Knight Score

135 reviews

57 Audience · 135 · 100%

Jack, a man haunted by a dropped pass in his high school football days, convinces his old teammates to replay the game against their fierce rivals. This heartwarming comedy explores his quest for redemption and rekindling community spirit in a small town.

Violence & peril: 2/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 0/10

Heads up

Some crude humor and mild language.
Characters drink alcohol in social settings.
Football action can be a bit rough.

What it models well

Redemption
Teamwork and friendship
Community spirit
Overcoming past regrets

Talk about it after

The importance of trying again, even after failure.
How community events can bring people together.
The impact of past events on present feelings.
What it means to be a good sport, win or lose.

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for The Best of Times. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.