If you love watching movies about golf, you are in luck. There are plenty of golf movies on Netflix and Amazon Prime. Here are some of the best movies about golf that you can watch in 2019.
Happy Gilmore
There are a lot of great golf movies, but how does Happy Gilmore fit into the top ten? Let’s start by looking at the film’s cast. Gene Simmons and Brooke Shields are both great, and Happy Gilmore is no exception. In fact, he has a role in the movie, and he’s one of the most memorable characters. Happy has an incredibly high-energy screen presence and is great to watch with any golf lover.
The Greatest Game Ever Played
The Greatest Game Ever Played is a sports movie based on the real-life careers of two golf champions. Shia LaBeouf and Stephen Dillane star as Harry Vardon and Francis Ouimet. Though Vardon is not an official member of the club, he shows natural talent and his father insists that he learn the trade. But the young Francis has a different vision of the game, and that doesn’t sit well with the players.
The Legend of Bagger Vance
The Legend of Bagger Vance is a 2000 American musical comedy movie directed by Matt Damon and written by Rachel Portman. The film’s original score features Fats Waller’s My Best Wishes, Muggsy Spanier’s Bluin’ the Blues and Duke Ellington’s Mood Indigo. Its soundtrack was recorded at the CTS Studios in Wembley, England, and was released on November 7, 2000.
From the Rough
From the Rough is a well-made inspirational movie that explores parallels between golf and life. The movie features a stellar cast and makes a point of showing that anyone can play golf, no matter their temperament, skill level, or background. According to Rotten Tomatoes, this film scored a 96 percent approval rating. The film is also rooted in fact and is a great way to learn about the game while enjoying a good movie.
The Greatest Game
The Greatest Game is a sweeping, sports biopic that’s equal parts emotional human drama and sweeping social history. The film is a must-listen for sports fans and history buffs. A great combination of historical events and sports movie cliches, The Greatest Game is a great watch. While it’s a great film, there are a few flaws. Thankfully, there’s no plot twist that spoils the film’s sweeping, epic nature.
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