The Express
Ernie Davis overcomes poverty and prejudice to win college football's Heisman Trophy in 1961.
Description
Biography, Drama129 Mins2008PG
Starts01/12/2021Expires01/19/2021
Born into poverty, Ernie Davis (Rob Brown) overcomes many obstacles to get into Syracuse University's football program. Under the guidance of Coach Ben Schwartzwalder (Dennis Quaid), Davis becomes one of the school's best players, even surpassing Jim Brown's achievements. In 1961 Davis becomes the first black player to win the Heisman Trophy, but there is one more obstacle in his life that he must overcome.
Moods
- Uplifting
- Engaging
Cast
Dennis Quaidas Ben Schwartzwalder Dennis Quaidas Ben Schwartzwalder
Rob Brownas Ernie Davis Rob Brownas Ernie Davis
Clancy Brownas Roy Simmons Clancy Brownas Roy Simmons
Omar Benson Milleras Jack Buckley Omar Benson Milleras Jack Buckley
Charles S. Duttonas Willie 'Pops' Davis Charles S. Duttonas Willie 'Pops' Davis