The Game Plan (DVD, 2008, Widescreen)

Synopsis:
Quarterback Joe Kingman (Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson) is known as one of the toughest players to ever take the field. Blessed with amazing strength and agility, he's famed for being able to handle any hit, no matter how ferocious. Kingman's Boston-based pro football team, The Rebels, is chasing their long-awaited championship and Joe has been living the ultimate bachelor fantasy: he's cool, rich, famous and the life of every party--and there are a lot of parties. But his dream is suddenly sacked for a loss when he discovers Peyton (Madison Pettis), the 8-year-old daughter he never knew existed, on his doorstep. Now, just as his career is soaring, Joe must learn to juggle his old lifestyle of parties, practices and dates with supermodels while tackling the new challenges of ballet, bedtime stories and baby dolls--all without fumbling. Equally perplexed is his hard-edged mega-agent, Stella Peck (Bebe Neuwirth), herself without a parental bone in her body. But, as the championship grows nearer, Joe is about to realize that the game that truly matters has nothing to do with money, endorsements or even touchdowns--it's all about the really tough stuff: patience, teamwork, selflessness and winning the heart of the one little fan who turns out to count the most.

The trailers for this movie had made it look BAD that I was actually dreading to see it.The Rock was not the star of the show , but the supporting cast members were awesome! Young Madison Pettis stole the show! She was a joy and a half to watch and she had me cracking up. Also Roselyn Sanchez (the actress who plays the ballet instructor) was amazing! Why haven't I seen her in more movies?! She was charming, exotic, gorgeous and really a joy to watch. I really want to see both of these stellar actresses a LOT more! They did such a great job! The guys on Joe's football team were equally hilarious and caring, really bringing to life that whole concept of a team being like family. The Rock did a decent job as well and it looked like he was having fun playing that role, but it was really the supporting actresses and actors that made this movie so enjoyable. Overall, even despite the awful trailers for this movie, I highly recommend that everyone give "The Game Plan" a chance. You just might be pleasantly surprised.

THIS IS A MUST BUY MOVIE TO ADD TO YOUR DISNEY COLLECTION!

OVERALL 8.5/10

I love this movie. It is a great comedy and I thought that this movie was hilarious. I was laughing the entire time. This movie is about quarterback Joe Kingman has been living the ultimate bachelor fantasy: he's cool, rich, famous, and the life of every party. But his dream is suddenly sacked for a loss when he discovers Peyton; the 8-year-old daughter he never knew existed, on his doorstep. Now, just as his career is soaring, Joe must learn to juggle his old lifestyle of parties, practices, and dates with supermodels while tackling the new challenges of ballet, bedtime stories, and baby dolls. Towards the end of the movie Joe finally realizes that the game that truly matters has nothing to do with money, endorsements, or even touchdowns, it's all about patience, teamwork, selflessness, and winning the heart of the one little fan who turns out to count the most. I would recommend this movie to everyone, no matter what your age is. The Game Plan is probably one of the best movies in 2008, so far.
Sam
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The "Rock" is the leading actor in this family/comedy movie. The Rock is the quaterback of the Boston Rivals football team. He has never won a championship title and he doesn't no why. He's single, has girlfriend and has lots of parties. Then a strange thing happens and a little girl comes into his life,his 8 year old daughter that he doesn't know anything about. His life changes and his football life changes. This an excellent movie. I recommend it.

I purchased this movie a couple of weeks ago. I am a fan of the "Rock" as well as Disney and wanted to see how Disney was going to show a more caring and softer side of him.

Disney in opinion really did a great job with this movie. All of the characters were great; the movie was very funny!!!

The "Rock" was extemely funny in this movie; I enjoyed seeing a softer side of him. The scene with him in tights potraying a tree in the ballet was great--all of the football team were present!!

I really liked the transformation of the famous #1 football player to a caring and loving father. The relationship between him and his (newly discovered) daughter grows and shows how he accepts his parential responsiblites. When his daughter had a allergic reaction to nuts--he ran with her in his arms all the way to the hospital.

This is a great family movie. I highly recommend it to everyone who enjoys Disney movies as well as those who prefer the "Rock" you will not be disappointed.

One of the best all around family movies ever made. Great for father and daughter relationships.The Rock seems to be great in all his movies. He has great appeal,and the little girl was just right for this movie.Funny,heartwarming,and it keeps you in your seat.