An abusive, alcoholic father and former champion obsessed with his son's success. Garrett Hedlund
The quarterback who struggles with personal confidence and family burdens. Tim McGraw
Released on October 8, 2004, is a sports drama film that follows the Permian High School Panthers during their 1988 run for the Texas state championship. Directed by Peter Berg, the film is based on the 1990 non-fiction book Friday Night Lights: A Town, a Team, and a Dream by H.G. Bissinger. Core Overview