Catholics vs. Convicts
“Three words that lit a bitter rivalry on fire.”
Synopsis
On October 15, 1988, Notre Dame hosted the University of Miami in what would become one of the greatest games in college football history. It was tradition vs. swagger, the No. 4-ranked Fighting Irish versus the No. 1-ranked Hurricanes, one coaching star, Lou Holtz, versus another, Jimmy Johnson. But the name still attached to the contest came from a t-shirt manufactured by a few Notre Dame students: “Catholics vs. Convicts.” As compelling as the tale of Notre Dame’s dramatic victory is—even losing quarterback Steve Walsh calls it “a helluva ballgame”—the backstory is just as riveting.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 10, 2016
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Patrick Creadon
- Original Title
- Catholics vs. Convicts
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- ESPN Films, ESPN
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Patrick Creadon
Christine O'Malley, Jerry Barca
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Christine O'Malley
Producer
Jerry Barca
Producer
Patrick Creadon
Director
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Tous publics — Universal audience.
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What is Catholics vs. Convicts about?
On October 15, 1988, Notre Dame hosted the University of Miami in what would become one of the greatest games in college football history. It was tradition vs. swagger, the No. 4-ranked Fighting Irish versus the No. 1-ranked Hurricanes, one coaching star, Lou Holtz, versus another, Jimmy Johnson. But the name still attached to the contest came from a t-shirt manufactured by a few Notre Dame students: “Catholics vs. Convicts.” As compelling as the tale of Notre Dame’s dramatic victory is—even losing quarterback Steve Walsh calls it “a helluva ballgame”—the backstory is just as riveting.
Who directed Catholics vs. Convicts?
Catholics vs. Convicts was directed by Patrick Creadon.
Who stars in Catholics vs. Convicts?
The principal cast of Catholics vs. Convicts includes Patrick Creadon, Barry Alvarez, Jerry Barca, Bernard Clark, Rich Dalrymple.
When was Catholics vs. Convicts released and how long is it?
Catholics vs. Convicts was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Catholics vs. Convicts?
Catholics vs. Convicts holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.).