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Mr. Irrelevant

“He will change the way you see the world.”

Synopsis

The last player selected in the 1983 NFL draft by the New York Giants, underdog John Tuggle, defies expectations on and off the field for head coach Bill Parcells, his newfound love, and his team, proving that remarkable hope and perseverance can transcend even the greatest challenges.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-13

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

December 25, 2026

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

Post Production

Production Budget

$36M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jonathan Levine
Screenplay & Story
Nick Santora
Original Score
Kris Bowers
Original Title
Mr. Irrelevant
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
2h 5m
Production Budget
$36M
Production Studios
Skydance Sports, Domain Entertainment, Blackjack Films, Megamix

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jonathan Levine

Screenplay & Story

Nick Santora

Original Score & Music

Kris Bowers

Director of Photography

Frank Lamm

Producers

David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, Don Granger, Jonathan Levine, Gillian Bohrer

Department Leadership Roster

Jonathan Levine

Jonathan Levine

Director

Nick Santora

Nick Santora

Writer

Kris Bowers

Kris Bowers

Original Music Composer

Frank Lamm

Director of Photography

Derek R. Hill

Production Design

David Ellison

David Ellison

Producer

Dana Goldberg

Dana Goldberg

Producer

Don Granger

Don Granger

Producer

Jonathan Levine

Jonathan Levine

Producer

Gillian Bohrer

Producer

Nick Santora

Nick Santora

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Mr. Irrelevant.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mr. Irrelevant

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Mr. Irrelevant about?

The last player selected in the 1983 NFL draft by the New York Giants, underdog John Tuggle, defies expectations on and off the field for head coach Bill Parcells, his newfound love, and his team, proving that remarkable hope and perseverance can transcend even the greatest challenges.

Who directed Mr. Irrelevant?

Mr. Irrelevant was directed by Jonathan Levine.

Who stars in Mr. Irrelevant?

The principal cast of Mr. Irrelevant includes David Corenswet, Isabel May, Michael Shannon, David Krumholtz, Greg Hatton.

When was Mr. Irrelevant released and how long is it?

Mr. Irrelevant was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.

Who composed the musical score for Mr. Irrelevant?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Mr. Irrelevant was composed by Kris Bowers.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Mr. Irrelevant?

Mr. Irrelevant holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).