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The Greatest Game Ever Played is a 2005 American biographical sports film based on the early life of amateur golf champion Francis Ouimet and his surprise winning of the 1913 U.S. Open. The film was directed by Bill Paxton, and was his last film as a director. Shia LaBeouf plays the role of Ouimet.
- $25 million
Sep 30, 2005 · A 2005 biographical drama about the 1913 U.S. Open golf tournament, where a young American caddy, Francis Ouimet, challenged his idol, Harry Vardon, an English champion. The film features Shia LaBeouf, Stephen Dillane, and Elias Koteas, and was directed by Bill Paxton.
- Bill Paxton
- 69
- 3 min
The Greatest Game Ever Played. Based on an inspirational true story, Shia LaBeouf stars as amateur golfer Francis Ouimet. Armed with nothing but talent, the working-class youth has a seemingly impossible dream: to compete against the world's greatest player, his idol Harry Vardon.
A 2005 sports drama film about Francis Ouimet, a caddy who won the 1913 U.S. Open golf tournament. See critics' ratings, cast, plot summary, and streaming options for this underdog story.
- (1.7K)
- Bill Paxton
- PG
- Shia Labeouf
The Greatest Game Ever Played (2005) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Sep 29, 2005 · A movie about the 1913 U.S. Open golf match between Francis Ouimet and Harry Vardon, directed by Bill Paxton and starring Shia LaBeouf. Roger Ebert praises the film for its gripping story, human element and sports telecast-like style.
Sep 30, 2005 · Armed with nothing but talent, a working-class youth has a seemingly impossible dream: to compete against the world's greatest player, his idol Harry Vardon. Soon, with the help of his spunky, 10-year-old caddy Eddie, Francis boldly breaks down all barriers with a thrilling display of unrivaled drive, skill, and heart, and challenges the golf ...
