Prime-Video - The Underdoggs : Snoop Dogg Takes Center Stage in a Heartwarming Film Inspired by His Journey as a Football Coach

By Mulder, 19 january 2024

The highly anticipated film, The Underdoggs, featuring Snoop Dogg in the lead role, is poised to make waves nationwide as it combines laughter, heart, and invaluable life lessons. Drawing inspiration from Snoop Dogg's personal coaching experiences in youth football, the movie delves into themes of redemption, friendship, and the transformative power of community service.

Snoop Dogg perfectly embodies the spirit of Jaycen 2 J’s Jennings, the central character. The narrative follows Jaycen, a former football star whose inflated ego and poor sportsmanship lead to a rapid downfall in his professional career. Forced to return to his roots in Long Beach, California, Jaycen embarks on a journey of self-discovery, reexamining his values along the way.

Far beyond a typical sports comedy, The Underdoggs serves as a testament to Snoop Dogg's dedication to his community. The storyline is inspired by the Snoop Youth Football League, founded in 2005, which has provided over 85,000 kids, irrespective of their backgrounds, with the opportunity to imbibe values through football and teamwork.

Hailing from Long Beach and an alumnus of Long Beach Polytechnic High, Snoop Dogg expresses his enthusiasm for the project, stating, Despite the R-rating, there are a lot of lessons about life and family values, so my hope is that this movie sheds light on the realities that kids and adults face in the hood and within the complex world of football.

The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Kal Penn, Mike Epps, Tika Sumpter, Kandi Burruss, and George Lopez. Producer Jonathan Glickman commends Snoop Dogg's delightful presence, saying, He’s a delightful force in anything he does, and people get genuinely excited whenever they see him. Director Charles Stone III, renowned for his work on films like Paid in Full, describes the film as a joy to work on, highlighting Snoop Dogg's willingness to explore the emotional depths of his character.

The Underdoggs transcends the realm of a mere comedy; it offers a poignant exploration of redemption, friendship, and the profound impact of community service. It is a must-watch for audiences seeking a blend of laughter and life lessons. The Underdoggs is scheduled for nationwide release on January 26 2024 on Prime Video.

Synopsis:
After encountering legal troubles, Jaycen Jennings (2 J's), a former NFL star, opts to coach a youth soccer team as an alternative to serving time in prison.

The Underdoggs
Directed by Charles Stone III
Written by Danny Segal, Isaac Schamis
Produced by Kenya Barris, Mychelle Deschamps, Jonathan Glickman, Constance Schwartz-Morini, Snoop Dogg
Starring: Snoop Dogg, Tika Sumpter, Andrew Schulz, Mike Epps, George Lopez
Edited by Paul Millspaugh
Music by Joseph Shirley
Production companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Khalabo Ink Society, Death Row Pictures, SMAC Entertainment
Distributed by Amazon MGM Studios
Release date: January 26, 2024 (United States, France)
Running time: 96 minutes