Trivia

Craig Brewer's second film based on a true story, following Dolemite Is My Name (2019).

Craig Brewer previously worked with Jim Belushi on the unaired pilot Urban Cowboy (2016).

Craig Brewer's first sole writing and directing credit since Black Snake Moan (2006).

The film's cast features two Academy Award nominees, Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, and one Academy Award winner, Fisher Stevens.

Craig Brewer's first wide released theatrical film since Footloose (2011). Filming for the former began on the 13th anniversary of the latter's release.