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Concussion
“Even legends need a hero”
7.1 / 10• 2015• 2h 3m•PG-13• English
Drama
Storyline
A dramatic thriller based on the incredible true David vs. Goliath story of American immigrant Dr. Bennet Omalu, the brilliant forensic neuropathologist who made the first discovery of CTE, a football-related brain trauma, in a pro player and fought for the truth to be known. Omalu's emotional quest puts him at dangerous odds with one of the most powerful institutions in the world.
Cast & Crew
Will Smith
Dr. Bennet Omalu
Lead
Alec Baldwin
Dr. Julian Bailes
Albert Brooks
Dr. Cyril Wecht
Gugu Mbatha-Raw
Prema Mutiso
David Morse
Mike Webster
Arliss Howard
Dr. Joseph Maroon
Mike O'Malley
Daniel Sullivan
Eddie Marsan
Dr. Steven DeKosky
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Peter Landesman's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Concussion is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
