Jerry Maguire (1996)
Kernel Score: 78% · 3,623 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Released: 1996-12-13
Runtime: 139 minutes
Is Jerry Maguire worth watching?
Worth watching. A sports agent loses everything after a crisis of conscience, and a likeable Tom Cruise carries a romantic comedy with real heart. It runs long, but the dialogue and the supporting cast keep it warm and funny.
Watch it if you
- like romantic comedies with some bite
- enjoy Tom Cruise at his most charming
- want a feel-good drama about second chances
Skip it if you
- want a tight, short film at 139 minutes
- find sentimental speeches grating
Best for: Date night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Jerry Maguire
- Stream: Hulu, Fubo, YouTube TV
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Jerry Maguire used to be a typical sports agent: willing to do just about anything he could to get the biggest possible contracts for his clients, plus a nice commission for himself. Then, one day, he suddenly has second thoughts about what he's really doing. When he voices these doubts, he ends up losing his job and all of his clients, save Rod Tidwell, an egomaniacal football player.
Jerry Maguire parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Jerry Maguire is an R-rated dramedy about a sports agent who rediscovers integrity and loyalty over greed.
- Language: Some — R rating for a sports-world drama; some profanity typical of the genre.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Jerry Maguire
If you liked Jerry Maguire, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Say Anything... (1989) — 78%: Another sharp, warm romance built on a likeable lead and great dialogue.
- Rudy (1993) — 84%: Football underdog story with the same sincere, uplifting heart.
- Invictus (2009) — 82%: Sports drama about integrity and unlikely friendship.
- Almost Famous (2000) — 85%: Cameron Crowe again, with a similar warm, funny, music-and-heart tone.
- The Apartment (1960) — 91%: Comedy-drama about a man rethinking his career and finding love.
- Remember the Titans (2000) — 86%: Football drama with strong character work and an emotional payoff.
Director
Cast
- Tom Cruise as Jerry Maguire
- Renée Zellweger as Dorothy Boyd
- Cuba Gooding Jr. as Rod Tidwell
- Kelly Preston as Avery Bishop
- Jerry O'Connell as Frank Cushman
- Jay Mohr as Bob Sugar
- Regina King as Marcee Tidwell
- Bonnie Hunt as Laurel Boyd
- Jonathan Lipnicki as Ray Boyd
- Todd Louiso as Chad the Nanny
Jerry Maguire FAQ
Is Jerry Maguire worth watching?
Worth watching. A sports agent loses everything after a crisis of conscience, and a likeable Tom Cruise carries a romantic comedy with real heart. It runs long, but the dialogue and the supporting cast keep it warm and funny.
Where can I watch Jerry Maguire?
In the US you can stream Jerry Maguire on Hulu, Fubo and YouTube TV and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Jerry Maguire OK for kids?
Jerry Maguire is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Jerry Maguire is an R-rated dramedy about a sports agent who rediscovers integrity and loyalty over greed.
What movies are like Jerry Maguire?
If you liked Jerry Maguire, try Say Anything..., Rudy, Invictus and Almost Famous.