Kurt & Brenda Warner Talk ‘American Underdog’ Biopic with Rich Eisen | Full Interview

Kurt and Brenda Warner and Rich Eisen discuss their new biopic ‘American Underdog’ that chronicles Warner’s unexpected rise from unknown Arena League QB to Super Bowl champion to the Pro Football Hall of Fame while detailing the challenges they faced in their personal lives along the way. Warner also weighs in on Urban Meyer’s firing by the Jacksonville Jaguars.
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[@gailcollins9187]

I loved this movie. I didn’t know a movie with no cuss words could be made in this day. I found myself smiling during the last part of this wonderful movie.

[@dianecraig4004]

I agree about a movie made with no cuss words.

[@perkinsvalentine]

Is this the sequel to American Gangster?

[@danielvasquez8830]

Yep same here.

[@prilljazzatlanta5070]

The Irishman didnt have any cursing

[@syklee26]

The greatest part of Warner’s career is not his stint at Rams; it’s actually his ressurection with Cardinals after everyone thought he was a washed up QB. That’s what made him a HOF.

[@donarmstrong2182]

Nope

[@joelopez67]

Both . But the rags to riches is what sells in Hollywood. Lol but Rams was a good team 1999 and 2000. But who would of thought this old Washed up QB could take the crappiest team in the NFL back then to a Super Bowl. The best thing they had was Larry Fitzgerald. But incredible Story for sure.

[@The_king567]

He shouldn’t be in the hof honestly

[@thelastdance714]

@@The_king567 ..yeah but neither should Joe Namath but he is in the HOF too...

[@The_king567]

@@thelastdance714 yes exactly

[@DWilliams-ce8nb]

Haven't gone to a movie theater in years. This one will break the drought. Great interview.

[@donniecook9757]

same here.. i went.. good stuff

[@katelynjohnson9229]

THIS MOVIE IS AMAZING AND WE ALL NEED TO SUPPORT THIS FILM. These are the stories that need to be shared with each other.❤️

[@moussaounnoughene221]

Kurt Warner is the kinda of man you wanna be. Not the Super Bowl Champ. Not the MVP. Not the Hall of Famer. The Man. The human being. Although if you can be like him as a human being AND "do your thing", go for it the way he did, with hard work dedication and integrity.

[@donarmstrong2182]

No, no superbowl, no movie

[@The_king567]

He shouldn’t be in the hof honestly

[@moussaounnoughene221]

@@The_king567 Completion percentage: 65.5% TD-INT: 208-128 Passing yards: 32,344 Passer rating: 93.7 The stats are here. 2x MVP and Superbowl MVP. He won. Consistently. And he did it at a hig level accotding to his stats. He went to multiple SB, won one. What else does a QB need to do?

[@The_king567]

@@moussaounnoughene221 his number’s aren’t good enough he’s doesn’t even have 40,000 yards how sad Matt Stanford has more yards than him Kurt is only In because he cried about not being in

[@moussaounnoughene221]

@@The_king567 Okay, guess WINNING is optional...

[@tedreynolds6363]

I LOVE Kurt and Brenda and their journey! Beautiful couple! Amazing story!

[@desmonddoss6718]

Hello, I'm French men, in Paris, France, the restaurant " American Dreams" every years play the" Superbowl " I remember 25 years earliers play Mister Kurt Warner, Never in history of sport I see somebody with this talent, it's a miracle ! Thanks for making a lot of peoples dreamings together, it was marvelous..

[@thfzn3130]

A big part of his story was his revival with the Cardinals. His last three years were nearly as good as his three year run with the Rams.

[@boricua9071]

Im honestly hoping they gets made into a movie also the storyline behind his late career revival is so amazing and tragic. Its a beautiful story.

[@boogitybear2283]

I hate the Steelers but I rather had they won SB 45 and lost SB 43 versus the opposite.

[@elizabethbeth9930]

Such a good movie!! What an awesome man to be a father to her kids, Brenda is such an inspiration as a mother.

[@kurtjefferis785]

VERY GOOD FILM! Incredible "life" story ...

[@SuperKJ777]

Can't wait to check this out. They seem like very down to earth people.

[@nickcoker4293]

Literally same. I also remember being very young and watching that season

[@hugh-jasole]

It's because they're christian conservatives. crazy right ??? That's why the deranged part of society if you've noticed have found other things like government to replace God.

[@dianecraig4004]

Yes, very down to earth! Being that poor is very humbling.

[@Doc_mccoy]

Just saw it in San Francisco, great movie, an incredible story

[@constanceelise2986]

Can’t wait to see film -big fan of Kurt Warner--thank you we need something positive today!!!

[@Pickles67]

I saw the movie.. omg. It’s amazing the way they are holding hands, it justifies the love and compassion that they have is so real to the movie! I now know how amazing Kurt is. 🙏🤗

[@Brownalebelly]

Beautiful couple and a wonderful and very respectful interview. Rich Eisen, you did a great job.

[@garrisonanderson58]

Love this. Thanks to the Warners for sharing their story.

[@gwynnerosemon6861]

Curt was my nephew for a short time as a kid, good kid, his stepfather was not nice to him and his mother. He deserves it all, love to him and his family!

[@reedsawyer5704]

Kurt Warner is always a class act, and one of the best sports stories of all time.

[@krazyk57]

Excellent interview… Makes it a must go see for sure…Always liked Warner’s story …Easy to root for a guy like that…To listen to him and his wife after all they have been through…To be most proud of helping other people…Says a lot about their character….God Bless em …

[@steveg297]

Fantastic movie, fantastic interview! From St. Louis where I got witness first hand! Kurt Warner 🙌

[@stephintexas24]

Movie was fantastic!🏈

[@buckyoung4578]

Christ in you, the hope of Glory!

[@mariaberrelleza6725]

I saw the movie. It is fantastic! Everyone needs to see it

[@shect1]

Got free tickets for the preview tomorrow, can't wait to see it. Always thought it was a great story despite both the teams he played for being in my team's division, you still had to kinda root for the guy

[@BobArmstrong123]

Phenomenal interview Rich! Great conversation! Thank you!

[@robertperez86]

Love this interview!

[@bettyballi1504]

It was an amazing movie, one of the best I have ever seen. Love it and thankful you shared a true life experiences. What a beautiful story, thank you for sharing. The entire family are true hero’s. Loved it.

[@philipclock]

Jim Plunkett similar inspiration: blind parents, cancer survivor, won Heisman, washed up pro after 10 yrs, then came off the bench to win 2 super bowls with Raiders. Should also be in HOF.

[@chemicalpoisons]

Honestly. If Eli gets in, Plunkett must get in.

[@surfghoul]

Warner made our day. Thx buddy.

[@LadysFarm]

Absolutely Loved this movie

[@michellek479]

God Himself liked watching this movie… He’s the one who made all this possible ultimately. You get all the glory ! Gory to Glory!

[@gastonrivera3478]

Rich Eisen , best Dad ever, best friend ever, bes Kurt Warner fan Ever... I already love the movie... I'll try to check it if its possible for southamerica

[@tlhome7565]

They are both very inspiring and wonderful people. I can't wait to see the movie here in Germany and wish them both the best with the foundation and NFL Analyst career! Great interview Rich.

[@mrsojopedro]

GREAT MOVIE!!! GREAT HISTORY..... GREAT COUPLE!!! THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR LIFE WITH THE WORLD KURT AND BRENDA YOU HAVE INSPIRED ME TODAY AND GAVE ME THE BEST BIRTHDAY GIFT....... UNDERDOGS CAN MAKE IT!!!!!

[@mikeallen3518]

Love Kurt Warner and his story, as a football player and as a family man. I can't wait to see this movie!

[@christopherotto1130]

I almost cried the whole movie. Wonderful.

[@ruthjones3177]

Beautiful story All Glory to God🙌

[@dttruman]

Why was there so much talk about Brenda being older than Kurt back then? She was only about four years older than him. I remember people saying that she was like 15 years older than Kurt

[@jmgonzales7701]

bruh moment

[@jackhenry290]

Kurt is such a stud

[@carlosrobles5591]

Its a fuckin awesome movie, Ive watched it several times and I’ll surely watch it again. Utmost respect for Kurt as a QB and as a person.

[@dianecraig4004]

I saw this movie today and it was excellent. Out of all of the accomplishments Kurt made, his best accomplishment was turning his life over to God. Great movie about life, love, football and faith in God.

[@Professional-fh1ow]

Just seen the movie with my son and we both enjoyed it and found it very inspiring. We both also felt that the Christian based aspect made it even more real. I hope it does well at the box office.

[@apentecost]

I hope this movie will have its premiere here in the Philippines. It is an inspiration and a motivation

[@robertgauthier640]

You are a fine man Kurt Warner

[@kurt1618]

Excited to see Him in his Capt. Kurt shirt

[@d.g.1594]

The movie was really well detailed. I say Zach and Anna did great as Kurt and Brenda.

[@ctsuhako1]

This movie was great! It brought me to tears a few times.

[@annacich5927]

Loved the movie. Well done.

[@markcooper9033]

Saw the movie last night. 100% recommend!! 53 or old man...cried at least half the movie. Curt Warner (and Brenda) my new hero💪👍

[@gregflotron7995]

55, cried the whole movie

[@dennismumford6108]

Warner is still the most successful NFL QB to wear jersey number 13. Watching the CFP Championship game I thought it was very ironic that Stetson Bennett wore jersey number 13 just like Kurt Warner. Their stories were somewhat similar. It was a lot of fun watching each of them win championships after all that each went through to get there.

[@traviselrod7803]

I enjoyed the movie. Great work!

[@anjholz5151]

I can actually relate to his son Zack who who is fishly impaired as well. I went through Delta you Delta gamma as a kid kid for vision therapy. It was the easy the Saint Louis one.. Kurt, and Brenda, You guys are awesome and amazing in your story is inspiring inspiring. I am 25 as of yesterday and I saw a movie that I totally related to.

[@anjholz5151]

Sorry. *visually* impaired

[@stevezumbrun6650]

JESUS IS THE REASON FOR EVERY MIRACLE!

[@Tripolar_1]

Love the guy, can't wait to see the movie

[@Leon-or8ck]

I absolutely enjoyed this movie, well done

[@princenamor1939]

He was the best thing to ever happen to my RAMS.

[@bogoy210]

I watch it today is a great movie...👍👍👍

[@buzzbuzz132]

Gotta love it being St. Louis native.....kw conquered with St. Louis rams AND the ex - St. Louis cardinals..

[@carlbrose8452]

Fantastic movie!!

[@verbalswagrawkey1932]

Higher Register. I gotta remember that line,

[@drpoundsign]

In the Movie at least, She tried to dump HIM, back when he was struggling. But, Kurt became a pretty Good Meal Ticket in the End. He passed up Primo Tail for a Single Mom with a handicapped Son.

[@egwurita5432]

Loved loved the movie❤❤

[@byronorellana8858]

One thing about this movie. its about faith and not giving up. great real life movie.

[@bochiecole]

I CRIED!!

[@barrypeterson6725]

Great movie! Go see it!

[@MisterE-yi2es]

wow..... Kurt and his mom were really close!!!!!!

[@ms.diva2u22]

Kurt and Brenda make a beautiful couple. Brenda is so stylish. Every time I see her she looks sharp as a tack.

[@domachgatluak9801]

Agreed!!!

[@jqwiiiiqqirmnsnnsnnsnnsmjjrj]

She ain't a gold digger, that's for sure.

[@artiecortez8003]

Awesome movie.....

[@mtsflorida]

It was a miracle for us all. Pleased to see Jesus being a part of it. We are blessed by God that Kurt and Brenda gave us hope for the future.

[@mikestout5585]

Great movie

[@joeking6309]

Hand holding throughout the whole interview.

[@citizencain454]

I saw that !

[@apope06]

I cried

[@chemicalpoisons]

I think it says more about Warner, the man, that he had no doubt in himself to marry a woman with two kids, and adopt them, while meeting them at the very young age of 21.

[@daniels3795]

A true Cinderella story

[@perkinsvalentine]

Is this the sequel to American Gangster?

[@tonynewman777]

Inspirational beautiful a real testimony how God works in our lives. People who trust in God Trust each other three-chord not so easily broken

[@periculumesse1525]

What if he failed and ended up in the food store? Would she still be with him? Somehow, I don't think so.

[@samlane8674]

@@periculumesse1525 She was literally with him while he was working at a grocery store when he was almost definitely not gonna make it lmao what u talking about stop projecting

[@robpitzer8121]

A couple chosen by God to show God’s ability to impact the world. An amazing story.

[@raygordonteacheschess5501]

NFL wives could have married rich men but choose the risky lifestyle that comes with being a pro athlete. They are warriors in their own right.

[@drpoundsign]

Perhaps. Modern American NFL players are Not POOR, however.

[@JunkYardCardGuy]

The original Tebow

[@1965GIJOE]

Just a class act.

[@missval555]

Amazingly beautiful movie - definitely changed my life - my heart 💜- I knew I WASNT crazy…. this type of Godly marriage does exist 🎊🎉🙏

[@dhennessey1970]

This is what happens when a guy finds a girl who will support & encourage him. Without Brenda, Kurt would still be bagging groceries at Hy-Vee

[@citizencain454]

I would say without God, he still would be .

[@dhennessey1970]

@@citizencain454 touche, Cain! Match, Set, Point!

[@dttruman]

Remember when some women only saw professional athletes as meal tickets! She became one of a kind!

[@Palefox11]

anyone else find it weird they use the same barber?

[@johnnyjj8633]

Anna Paquin 🤮🤮🤮

[@mexiguero646]

Yea she looks like she’s ran into some serious drug problems in recent years.

[@discthrowerjs]

No matter how good the stories is the fact is this movie is bad. Bad acting, bad production and horrendous action sequences and CGI. No way this should be in theaters, definitely more of a lifetime channel production. So disappointed in what could have been.

[@chemicalpoisons]

It's an independent film. What did you expect? Watch his Football Life episode if you want to see the real stuff, a lot of it is into that.

[@altortugas5979]

So wait, Kurt shop-lifted the pooty?

[@Ishmaelgaynor]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@Ishmaelgaynor]

She shop lifted Him lol

[@altortugas5979]

Kurt went full Jerry McGuire.

[@donarmstrong2182]

Yup, he is disgusting

[@bofat6978]

No such thing as a former Marine.

[@milanbarac5832]

You're calling her a liar? How dare you?!

[@The_king567]

I’ll never understand y they put him in the hof honestly

[@samlane8674]

How many 2x mvps are not in the hof? Plus a super bowl, super bowl mvp, 32k passing yards, 3 super bowl appearances one with the average cardinals.

[@The_king567]

@@samlane8674 his numbers aren’t good enough Matt Stanford has more yards than he does Warner is only In because he cried and complained about not being in

[@samlane8674]

@@The_king567 Matt stafford don’t got mvps or a super bowl. But whatever agree to disagree

[@The_king567]

@@samlane8674 yea Matt is still better and Matt will win mvps and a super bowl with the rams someday

[@chemicalpoisons]

@@The_king567 That lone paragraph shows how little you know about football and the different eras of being a qb.

[@zgdafzgdaf4264]

Haven’t seen it. I wonder if they portray the issues Brenda caused with mike martz that drove him to leave the rams? Also the religious beliefs that got in the way of winning a second championship?

[@teacherl8330]

She looks like his twin sister not his wife.

[@donarmstrong2182]

Awww I am so happy for the media elite millionaires 😴

[@periculumesse1525]

They are still married - since he made 40 million over his career. What if he stayed in the food store? Would she still be with him? Hardly. Is it wealth or faith? I think wealth. . . Faith only lasts, if there is wealth.

[@chemicalpoisons]

Wow, some of you people really need a hug, don't you?

[@MrAkaacer]

Lol. She was with him way before he made any money. They were together 7 years before he was signed by the Rams. Also at his age, there was no guarantee he'd last more than a season or two or even get to start.

[@jaythornton9929]

I bet your single