89 Blocks
Originally released in 2017. 89 Blocks is a documentary film. directed by Josh Oshinsky. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rey Estes, Jeff Thomas, and Darren Sunkett
Synopsis
The story of the East St. Louis High Flyers’ surprising run to the 2016 state football title isn’t just a local narrative. It’s a national story about a community in crisis and a football team reaching unpredictable heights. High School All American Jeff Thomas nearly gets tossed off the team and Rey Estes, the quarterback, seeks redemption after his junior season is cancelled by a teacher strike Others seek a college offer as a way out of their situation.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 15, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
8.3/10
Excellent (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Sports Illustrated
- UNINTERRUPTED
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 89 Blocks about?
The story of the East St. Louis High Flyers’ surprising run to the 2016 state football title isn’t just a local narrative. It’s a national story about a community in crisis and a football tea...
Who directed 89 Blocks?
89 Blocks was directed by Josh Oshinsky.
How long is 89 Blocks?
89 Blocks has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was 89 Blocks released?
89 Blocks was released on November 15, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 89 Blocks?
The main cast of 89 Blocks includes Rey Estes, Jeff Thomas, Darren Sunkett, Jarell Anderson.