
When people say dreams don’t come true, tell them about Rudy
Ever since he was a little boy, Rudy Ruettiger has dreamed of attending Notre Dame University and playing on the Fighting Irish football team. But Rudy’s dream doesn’t seem very practical as his grades are not especially impressive, and standing a shade over five feet tall and weighing a little over 100 pounds, Rudy is hardly built for the gridiron. However, this young man learns to let nothing stop him from realizing his ambitions in this heartwarming true story.
MPAA: Rated PG for mild language.
Principal Cast: Sean Astin, Jon Favreau, and Ned Beatty
Director: David Anspaugh

Rudy’s best friend, Pete, gives him an unforgettable gift for his birthday.
Themes: Friendship, Gifts, Giving, Determination, Identity, Ambition, Dreams, Encouragement, Love-Brotherly
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As Rudy gets ready to board the bus to Notre Dame, his father tells Rudy that he’s only chasing a stupid dream.
Themes: Counting the Cost, Risk, Fatherhood, Family, Determination, Potential, Identity, Perspective, Ambition
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Rudy enlists the help of a priest in order to help him get into Notre Dame.
Themes: Persistence, Challenges, Optimism, Determination, Ambition, Education, Dreams, Passion, Hope
2:33
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Rudy asks Father Prosky why God has not answered his prayers.
Themes: Wisdom, Prayer, Desperation, Discipleship, Counseling, Despair, God's Will, God's Nature, Sovereignty
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Rudy pleads with coach to let him dress for one game next season to prove to everyone that he is a success.
Themes: Acceptance, Motivation, Ambition, Success, Dreams, Eagerness, Fulfillment, Reward, Coaching
2:06
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After not making the dress list of players, Rudy decides to quit the team… until the school janitor talks some sense into him.
Themes: Wisdom, Power of Words, Influence, Failure, Encouragement, Giving Up, Warning, Regret, Brokenness
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Rudy’s teammates bands together to forfeit their place on the team so that Rudy can dress for a real game.
Themes: Leadership, Friendship, Integrity, Steadfast, Inspiration, Motivation, Influence, Unity, Love-Brotherly
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After years of sitting on the sidelines out of uniform, Rudy finally gets the chance to dress and play in a real game.
Themes: Persistence, Pride, Inspiration, Ambition, Success, Fulfillment, Defining Moments, Joy, Perseverance
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