Peaceful Warrior

A chance encounter with a stranger changes the life of a college gymnast.

Critics found value in the film's steady stream of spiritual wisdom and inspirational premise, but broadly considered its plotting formulaic and its mystical elements contrived.

• Socrates continually questions Dan's assumptions while guiding his physical and emotional recovery.
• Dan's traffic crash destroys his gymnastic prospects and forces him to reconstruct his ambitions.
• Socrates's life coaching repeatedly redirects Dan from outcomes toward attention and lived experience.
• Socrates's unexplained abilities, including an apparent levitation, give the training relationship a spiritual and surreal edge.

• The Karate Kidinspirational mentor relationship, disciplined athletic training, and a young protagonist overcoming self-doubt
• The World's Fastest Indiansports biography drama centered on ambition, setback, perseverance, and personal transformation
• Bend It Like Beckhamuplifting coming-of-age sports drama about elite competition, identity, and resilience

Director

Victor Salva

Release Date

2006-03-30

Runtime

120 min

Rating

7.5 / 10 (508)

What is Peaceful Warrior about?

After a devastating injury ends his Olympic gymnastics path, an arrogant college athlete rebuilds his body and sense of purpose under the guidance of a mysterious mentor.

What is Peaceful Warrior like to watch?

Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Peaceful Warrior as measured, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as easy to follow.

Is Peaceful Warrior violent?

Only mildly. Ember rates the violence in Peaceful Warrior as mild.

What did critics think of Peaceful Warrior?

Critics found value in the film's steady stream of spiritual wisdom and inspirational premise, but broadly considered its plotting formulaic and its mystical elements contrived.

Which films are like Peaceful Warrior?

Films with a similar feel include The Karate Kid, The World's Fastest Indian, and Bend It Like Beckham.

How long is Peaceful Warrior?

Peaceful Warrior runs 120 minutes.

Where can I watch Peaceful Warrior?

In United States, Peaceful Warrior streams on The Roku Channel.