“The Last Rodeo” is a 2025 American drama film that delves into themes of family, redemption, and resilience. Directed by Jon Avnet and co-written by Avnet, Neal McDonough, and Derek Presley, the film features a compelling narrative centered around the world of professional bull riding.
🎬 Film Overview
- Title: The Last Rodeo
- Release Date: May 23, 2025
- Runtime: 118 minutes
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Director: Jon Avnet
- Writers: Neal McDonough, Jon Avnet, Derek Presley
- Producers: Jon Avnet, Neal McDonough, Ruvé McDonough, Kip Konwiser, Darren Moorman, Stephen Preston
- Production Companies: Brooklyn Films, The McDonough Company, Red Sky Studios
- Distributor: Angel Studios
- Music Composer: Jeff Russo
- Cinematography: Denis Lenoir
- Editor: Tom Costantino
- Budget: $8 million
- Box Office Gross: $7.6 million (as of May 28, 2025)
🧑🤝🧑 Cast
- Neal McDonough as Joe Wainright
- Ruvé McDonough as Rose Wainright
- Mykelti Williamson as Charlie Williams
- Sarah Jones as Sally Wainright
- Christopher McDonald as Jimmy Mack
- Daylon Swearingen as Billy Hamilton
📖 Synopsis
The story follows Joe Wainright, a retired rodeo legend who returns to the bull-riding arena to save his grandson. Facing his own painful past and the fears of his family, Joe enters a high-stakes bull-riding competition as the oldest contestant ever. Along the way, he reconciles old wounds with his estranged daughter and proves that true courage is found in the fight for family.
🎥 Production Details
- Filming Locations: Owasso and Collinsville, Oklahoma
- Filming Period: March to April 2024
🎵 Music
The film’s score was composed by Jeff Russo, known for his work on various film and television projects.
📈 Reception
- CinemaScore: “A” rating from audiences
- Box Office Performance: Opened with $6.9 million during Memorial Day weekend, ranking sixth at the box office
- Critical Response: The film received mixed reviews, with praise for its heartfelt storytelling and performances, particularly the dynamic bull-riding sequences. However, some critics noted the film’s predictable plot and melodramatic elements.
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