50 to 1
50 to 1

50 to 1

2014Movie110 minEnglish

A misfit group of New Mexico cowboys find themselves on the journey of a lifetime when they learn their crooked-footed racehorse qualifies to run in the Kentucky Derby. Based on the true story of Mine That Bird, the cowboys must overcome impossible odds even before they reach Churchill Downs and the land of Kentucky's blue bloods.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes8%
Metacritic30/100
Google Users53%
Director: Jim WhitakerGenres: Drama, Sport, Comedy

Plot Summary

Inspired by a true story, this film follows the improbable journey of Mine That Bird, a racehorse with a less-than-stellar record, and his underdog team. Despite facing overwhelming odds and skepticism, they travel from New Mexico to the Kentucky Derby. The story highlights themes of determination, belief, and the pursuit of dreams against all expectations.

Critical Reception

50 to 1 received a largely negative reception from critics, who often found its storytelling predictable and its execution uninspired. Audience reception was somewhat more forgiving, appreciating the inspirational true-story aspect, though it did not achieve widespread popularity.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's true-story premise is undermined by a lack of compelling narrative and uneven performances.
  • While aiming for inspiration, the movie often falls flat due to clichéd dialogue and predictable plot points.
  • Despite its flaws, some viewers found the underdog story mildly entertaining.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed response, with some appreciating the feel-good nature of the true story and the horse racing elements, while others found the film to be slow-paced and poorly made.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of Mine That Bird's unexpected victory at the 2009 Kentucky Derby, a race often described as one of the biggest upsets in its history.

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itsogs

Very inspiring, especially for anyone who is looking for a feel good movie.