Baseball Film Hits Home on Netflix

"You Gotta Believe" is a sports film that's been making waves on Netflix. It tells the story of a youth baseball team, the Westside All-Stars, who dedicate their season to their coach's terminally ill dad. Actor Luke Wilson plays Bobby Ratliff, the father, while Greg Kinnear portrays the coach, Jon Kelly. Despite mixed reviews from critics, this film has found a warm welcome from audiences. Released on Netflix on January 21, 2025, "You Gotta Believe" quickly climbed the charts. According to FlixPatrol, it hit the Top 10 in both the U. S. and Canada just a day after its launch. This is quite a turnaround from its earlier theatrical run, where it didn't quite hit the mark. The film has a rating of 58% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, with an average score of 5. 9 out of 10. But audiences have given it a much higher score of 90%. This shows that even if critics aren't impressed, viewers are finding something special in this story. So, how successful will this film be? It depends on how many people are looking for an inspirational sports drama. Sometimes, that's exactly what you want from a Netflix movie.