The Last Rodeo

On the edge of retirement, a rodeo legend named Joe Wainwright finds his resolve tested when his grandson is in danger. He faces the ghosts of a hard life, regrets, and a family that fears what his return might unleash. He signs up for a brutal bullriding contest the kind that chews up young and old alike, hoping to win enough money to safeguard his kin. Along the way he reconnects with his estranged daughter Sally, who carries her own scars. Old rivalries flare when a storm of doubts threatens to pull them apart, and Joe must prove he can mentor without breaking the boy's trust. As the crowd roars, he discovers bravery means honoring past while protecting the future.

Directed by Jon Avnet, The Last Rodeo arrives in 2025 as a screenplay by Neal McDonough and Derek Presley. The film carries a budget of 8.5 million, starring Neal McDonough and Mykelti Williamson, aiming for drama set against rodeo culture.

Globally the film grossed about 15.2 million worldwide despite a limited release and relatively small budget of 8.5 million, making it a modest but respectable performer for a drama rooted in family stakes.

Audiences respond positively, with a solid 7.75 out of 10 from 71 votes signaling steady interest in its emotional core. The movie centers on legacy and the cost of a life spent chasing glory, while showing how forgiveness and responsibility can bridge generations. The bull riding sequences underscore risk and resilience without becoming filler, letting the characters carry the story and linger after the final scene.

No major nominations are listed for The Last Rodeo. The film seems positioned as a focused character drama rather than an awards heavy project, though its grounded performances and themes could attract consideration in acting or screenplay categories in smaller circuits.