The Mighty Macs
She dared to dream. They dared to believe.
2011 • 102 min • Drama
Synopsis
In 1971, Cathy Rush becomes the head basketball coach at a tiny, all-girls Catholic college. Though her team has no gym and no uniforms — and the school itself is in danger of being sold — Rush looks to steer her girls to their first national championship.
Our family guide
Best from age 8- 52 Audience · 44 · 100%
In 1971, a new coach takes on a challenging role at an all-girls Catholic college, leading a basketball team with no proper facilities or gear. Despite the odds and the school facing closure, she inspires her team to pursue their first national championship. This uplifting true story celebrates determination and teamwork.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 0/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 1/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- Some moments of tension during games
- Brief depiction of a coach confronting a player
What it models well
- Perseverance and determination
- Teamwork and camaraderie
- Belief in oneself
- Overcoming obstacles
Talk about it after
- The importance of working together
- Finding strength in challenging situations
- Inspiring others to achieve their best
- The history of women's sports
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Top billed cast
Director: Tim Chambers • Crew: Tim Chambers, Anthony Gargano
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 5.2/10 (44)
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $7,000,000
- Box office
- $1,891,936
- IMDb
- tt1034324
- Official site
- www.themightymacs.com