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IMDbPG-13Post Production20261h 36mUnited States of America

Going for Two

“Growing up doesn't come with a playbook.”

Synopsis

In the fall of 1983, as their beloved college football team vies for the National Championship, a fatherless 12-year-old boy and his tomboy neighbor embark on a quest for his 'manhood'.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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Going For Two Official Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2026-10-01

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 23, 2026

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Kathleen Welch Markel
Screenplay & Story
Kathleen Welch Markel
Original Score
Simon Franglen
Original Title
Going for Two
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 36m
Production Studios
North Sea Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Kathleen Welch Markel

Screenplay & Story

Kathleen Welch Markel

Original Score & Music

Simon Franglen

Director of Photography

Robert Reed Altman

Film Editing

Douglas Crise

Producers

Dana Altman, David Levy, Kim Dinsdale, Barbara Weitz, Tom Dinsdale

Department Leadership Roster

Kathleen Welch Markel

Director

Kathleen Welch Markel

Writer

Simon Franglen

Simon Franglen

Original Music Composer

Robert Reed Altman

Robert Reed Altman

Director of Photography

Douglas Crise

Editor

Stephen Altman

Production Design

Lynette Meyer

Costume Design

Dana Altman

Producer

David Levy

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

United States (MPAA)PG-13

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Going for Two

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

What is Going for Two about?

In the fall of 1983, as their beloved college football team vies for the National Championship, a fatherless 12-year-old boy and his tomboy neighbor embark on a quest for his 'manhood'.

Who directed Going for Two?

Going for Two was directed by Kathleen Welch Markel.

Who stars in Going for Two?

The principal cast of Going for Two includes Julianne Hough, Matthew Lamb, Cora Craver, Holly J. Barrett, Max Malas.

When was Going for Two released and how long is it?

Going for Two was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.

Who composed the musical score for Going for Two?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Going for Two was composed by Simon Franglen.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Going for Two?

Going for Two holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).