A film that marks Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's first leading role in a family-friendly comedy, THE GAME PLAN finds the former pro wrestler starring as Joe Kingman, a popular NFL quarterback happily entrenched in a carefree single lifestyle. Kingman's world is turned upside-down, however, when a young girl named Peyton Kelly (Madison Pettis) appears from out of the blue, claiming to be his daughter from a brief former marriage. Reluctantly, Kingman must learn how to shake his self-absorption and become a father, leading to hijinks that involve the inevitable clash of macho-man and little-girl cultures.

Directed by Andy Fickman (SHE'S THE MAN), this likable Disney movie is hoisted up by the muscular Johnson, who finally gets a chance to showcase his winking charm and impressive comic timing at length. Although Johnson is no stranger to portraying football players (see 2006's GRIDIRON GANG), THE GAME PLAN is far lighter fare than his previous films, opening up at another door in his intriguing WWE-to-Hollywood career. The comedy also features an excellent supporting cast, most notably, the precocious Pettis, along with Morris Chestnut, who plays Kingman's thoughtful teammate Travis Sanders, and Kyra Sedgwick, on leave from her hard-hitting role in THE CLOSER TV show as Kingman's workaholic agent. Nodding to Disney live-action comedies of yore while conveying a 21st-century sheen, THE GAME PLAN hits all of its intended goals, making it one of 2007's most enjoyable family movies.

Theatrical Releaes: September 28, 2007

DVD Features:

Region 1
Keep Case
Full Frame - 1.33
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround - English
Additional Release Material:
Bloopers With Marv Albert
Deleted Scenes
Featurette - 1. ESPN's SportsCenter DVD/Blu-ray Exclusive: The King In Search Of A Ring
2. ESPN's SportsCenter: The Rock Learns To Play QB
3. DRAFTING THE GAME PLAN: Behind The Scenes
Interactive Features:
The Universal "Mood" Remote Control Menus - Control the Mood Lighting in Joe Kingman's Apartment
Peyton's Makeover Madness Set-Top Activity

 Rock: Pro wrestler/actor, DOOM (2005)
Madison Pettis: Actress, THE GAME PLAN
Kyra Sedgwick: American Actress
Roselyn Sanchez: Actress; RUSH HOUR 2 (2001)
Morris Chestnut: Actor/"Boyz N The Hood"
Gordon Clapp: Actor, TERMINI STATION
Brian White: American Actor, ME & MRS. JONES (2001)

Andy Fickman: Director, WHO'S YOUR DADDY (2002)

Gordon Gray: Producer, THE ROOKIE (2001)
Mark Ciardi: Producer, THE ROOKIE (2001)

Nichole Millard: Screenwriter, THE GAME PLAN
Kathryn Price: Screenwriter, THE GAME PLAN

Nathan Wang: Composer, WENDY WU: HOMECOMING WARRIOR (2006)

"[T]he affable Mr. Johnson is committed to every moment....[W]ith some lively sequences, including an endearing montage that cuts between ballet and football practice..."
"With the bulk of the humour rooted in slapstick, Johnson proves an adept physical comedian..."