The Senior is a 2023 American sportsdrama film directed by Rod Lurie, written by Bob Eisele, and starring Michael Chiklis as Mike Flynt. It is based on the true story of Flynt, who, at age 59, became a college football linebacker.[1][2]
The film was shot in Birdville Stadium in Haltom, Texas.[4]
In March 2022, it was announced that filming wrapped.[5]
Release
The film premiered at the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival on November 9, 2023.[6] It is scheduled to be released in the United States on March 7, 2025.[7]
Reception
Frank Scheck of The Hollywood Reporter gave the film a positive review and wrote, "But the familiar beats are hammered so skillfully you don’t mind the manipulation. And although you may be shocked, shocked, to learn that the film takes some liberties with the truth, they’re not so egregious as to diminish its overall impact."[8]
