Zachary Levi to Star as NFL Hall of Fame Quarterback in AMERICAN UNDERDOG: THE KURT WARNER STORY
Zachary Levi, best known for playing the titular role in the series Chuck and his most recent portrayal of Shazam!, has signed on to play a real life powerhouse in the upcoming biopic, American Underdog: The Kurt Warner Story. Levi will play Warner, the NFL Hall of Fame quarterback who played the game from 1994 to 2008 and was awarded with two-time NFL MVP, as well as Super Bowl MVP.
The story is based on Warner’s memoir, All Things Possible: My Story of Faith, Football, and the First Miracle Season, and is being directed by brothers Jon and Andrew Erwin, who have directed the popular faith-based films, Moms’ Night Out, I Can Only Imagine, and I Still Believe.
Levi made the following statement about taking on the role:
“Kurt’s story is one of relentless faith — in his own abilities but even more so in a higher power. When I read Kurt’s story, I identified with the quiet strength he found to persevere – that’s something I think anybody can recognize in their own lives. This is the kind of underdog story that sports movies are all about, and the fact that it’s true makes it even more special. I’m thrilled to be part of bringing his story to audiences.”
This sounds like a good story for those who enjoy sports films. I typically do, and I am a fan of Levi, so I will probably check it out. How about you?
via: Variety