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Remember the Titans

Remember the Titans is a 2000 American biographical sports drama film directed by Boaz Yakin and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Remember the Titans is a 2000 American biographical sports drama film directed by Boaz Yakin and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer. It is loosely based on the integration of the T. C. Williams High School football team in Alexandria, Virginia, in 1971. Denzel Washington stars as coach Herman Boone.

Plot and historical basis

The film follows Herman Boone as he leads an integrated high school football team during racial tension in Alexandria, Virginia. It draws on real events but includes fictionalized scenes and composite characters.

Cast and characters

Denzel Washington stars as Herman Boone, with Will Patton as Bill Yoast. Other key roles include Wood Harris as Julius Campbell and Ryan Hurst as Gerry Bertier.

Production and release

Remember the Titans was directed by Boaz Yakin and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer. It premiered in the United States in 2000 and became one of Disney’s notable sports dramas.

Reception and legacy

The film became widely popular and is often discussed as an inspirational sports drama. Its portrayal of integration and teamwork has contributed to its lasting cultural recognition.

Key facts

  • The film is loosely based on the real-life events surrounding T. C. Williams High School in Alexandria, Virginia, in 1971.
  • Denzel Washington plays Herman Boone, the school’s newly appointed head coach.
  • Will Patton plays Bill Yoast, Boone’s assistant coach in the film.
  • The film also portrays Julius Campbell and Gerry Bertier, played by Wood Harris and Ryan Hurst.
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Canadian context

The film has had broad international television and home-video circulation in Canada and is commonly shown in school and sports contexts for its themes of teamwork and racial integration.

Frequently asked questions

What is Remember the Titans about?
It is about the integration of a Virginia high school football team in 1971 and the efforts of coach Herman Boone to unify the players.
Is Remember the Titans based on a true story?
Yes, it is loosely based on real events at T. C. Williams High School in Alexandria, Virginia, though parts of the film were fictionalized.
Who directed Remember the Titans?
Boaz Yakin directed the film.
Who stars in Remember the Titans?
The film stars Denzel Washington, Will Patton, Wood Harris, and Ryan Hurst.
When was Remember the Titans released?
It was released in the United States on September 29, 2000.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Remember_the_Titans
    Supports: Basic film identification, director, production, cast, and historical basis
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0210945/
    Supports: Release date, director, writer, cast, and country of origin
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/remember_the_titans
    Supports: Genre, release date, runtime, distributor, and synopsis
  4. People — https://people.com/remember-the-titans-true-story-8657884
    Supports: True-story basis and historical context
  5. Common Sense Media — https://commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/remember-the-titans
    Supports: Setting, themes, rating, and release information