Trailer For a New Inspirational Disney Sports Movie SAFETY
Disney is good at making a lot of different types of movies, but over the years I’ve enjoyed the inspirational sports films that they’ve made, many of which are based on true stories. Well, they are continuing that tradition on Disney+ with a new sports drama titled Safety.
The movie is based on the true story of former Clemson University football safety Ray McElrathbey and how he ended up raising his 11-year-old brother while playing football and becoming a sports star. It looks like a wonderfully made inspirational sports movie that the whole family can enjoy.
The movie follows a young man “facing a series of challenging circumstances, whose dedication and persistence help him to triumph over repeated adversities. Aided by his teammates and the Clemson community, he succeeds on the field while simultaneously raising and caring for his 11-year-old brother Fahmarr.”
Safety was directed by Reginald Hudlin (Marshall) from a screenplay by Nick Santora (The Most Dangerous Game, The Fugitive). The film stars Jay Reeves (All American, The Tax Collector) as Ray and newcomer Thaddeus J. Mixson as his brother Fahmarr. They are joined by Corinne Foxx, Matthew Glave, Hunter Sansone, Amanda Warren, Miles Burris, Isaac Bell, Elijah Bell, and James Badge Dale.
Hudlin said in a statement: “Safety is a movie about brotherhood and coming together for the greater good, which is a message our society needs right now. It’s the story of a young man stuck in a situation where failure is not an option. Through sheer force of will, he does the impossible, which inspires the whole community around him to do the same. It’s a movie I can’t wait to watch with my family on Disney+ on December 11th, and for families everywhere to do the same.”
Producer Mark Ciardi added, “For over a decade, I’ve dreamed of bringing Ray’s incredible story to the screen, and now that it’s ready, I’m thrilled that Disney+ is making it available for families to enjoy together during the holidays.”
Safety will debut exclusively on Disney+ on Friday, December 11, 2020, and I’ll be checking out.