Andy Cohn, Bob Lujano, Joe Soares, Keith Cavill, Mark Zupan ...( see more  see more... ) , Scott Hogsett

Like any other great sports story, 'Murderball' features fierce rivalry, stopwatch suspense, dazzling athletic prowess, larger-than-life personalities and triumph over daunting odds. But murderball, t...( read more  read more... )he original name for the full-contact sport now known as quad rugby, is played by quadriplegics in armored wheelchairs. 'Murderball' is a story like no other, told by men who see the world from a different angle. Quad rugby players have suffered injuries that have left them with limited function in all four limbs. Whether by car wreck, gunshot, fist fight, rogue bacteria or any of an endless list of possible misadventures, quad rugby's young men have found their lives dramatically altered. Watching them in action -- both on court and off -- smashes every stereotype one has ever had about the handicapped. It also redefines what it is to be a man, what it is to live a full life, and what it is to be a winner.

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R, 1 hr. 26 min.

Directed by: Henry Alex Rubin, Dana Adam Shapiro

Release Date: July 8, 2005

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DVD Release Date: November 29, 2005

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  • October 1, 2009
    A fantastic insight into the history, storeys and interesting characters of my new favourite sport! Highly recommended!
  • November 29, 2007
    Very good documentary about quadriplegics playing full-contact wheelchair rugby. Gives a full picture of their lives, warts and all.
  • September 18, 2007
    Don't pity these quadriplegeics too much! It takes a tough mofo to play wheelchair rugby.
  • August 1, 2007
    Really cool doco about wheelchair rugby. Gets behind the surface of the wheelchair and explores the players. Hard not to get excited by the final match. Best of all, after The U.S. and Canada have their energetic clash, it's my beloved New Zealand who are the final victors. Inter...( read more)esting and unique.
  • May 11, 2007
    Murderball is a good sports documentary and a great look at living with a disability. On the surface, this film unabashedly celebrates defiant machismo and the competitive spirit but underneath I sensed a more speculative investigation of human motivation, in many different are...( read more)nas.

    Murderball is very well structured and edited - a minor complaint - the filming of the wheelchair rugby game sequences left me confused about this relatively unknown sport. That's a minor quibble because most of this inspirational film takes place off the court.

    "I use everything I have to get through life, We all have to use everything we have."
  • October 15, 2009
    I really enjoyed this film as it allowed me to learn more about quadriplegics and their situation and how they feel about the constant prejudice and discrimination. It was funny, informative and entertaining. An inspirational film.
  • September 23, 2009
    I had to watch this movie for a class. It is really good. I liked it. It was way cool to watch and if I had the chance I would go watch it in person.
  • September 17, 2009
    Automatically one of my fav documentaries. The great style MTV brings to it, especially at the begining, makes this totally entertaining. The rivalry of team USA & Canada as the main focus, with the over-arching subtle story-telling and struggles (or non-struggles) of the athelet...( read more)es gets you really involved and draws your attention in. Amazing film, one people need to see.
  • September 7, 2009
    A wonderful little film.
  • August 16, 2009
    These guys may be in wheelchairs but they could kick my ass. Well made as well. Would love to see the sport in person.

Critic Reviews


July 22, 2005
Moira MacDonald, Seattle Times

Ultimately, the film is an affectionately manly tribute to these athletes, for whom every game -- and every day -- is a triumph. full review

July 22, 2005
Ty Burr, Boston Globe

Tough, terse, funny, ribald, and heartbreaking. full review

July 21, 2005
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

To consider the bleak months and sleepless nights when these men first confronted the reality of their injuries, and now to see them in the full force of athletic exuberance, is to learn something val... full review

July 15, 2005
Liam Lacey, Globe and Mail

Entertaining jock-umentary. full review

July 14, 2005
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone

It's original, outrageous and murderous fun. full review

July 8, 2005
Claudia Puig, USA Today

Murderball brilliantly captures the intensity of the little-known athletic competition, offering more intimacy and drama than most Hollywood sports movies. full review

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  • KLFilmmaker
    August 31, 2006
    Do yourselves a favor and see this great doc.

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