Where was Friday Night Lights filmed?

Name: Friday Night Lights
Genre: Drama, Action, American Football
Released: 2004
Cast: Billy Bob Thornton, Derek Luke, Jay Hernandez, Lucas Black, Garrett Hedlund

2004 film, directed by Peter Berg.

Kansas

The story is set in Texas, about 530 miles (854 km) from where it was filmed.

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Where it’s set vs. where it was filmed

Set in: Texas
Filmed in: Kansas
Distance: About 530 miles (854 km) between Texas and the nearest filming location.

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About Friday Night Lights

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Released: 2004
Director: Peter Berg
Cast: Billy Bob Thornton Derek Luke Jay Hernandez Lucas Black Garrett Hedlund Tim McGraw Lee Thompson Young Connie Britton Amber HeardDeWayne Patmon
Genre: Drama Action American Football
Based on: Friday Night Lights: A Town, a Team, and a Dream
Awards: Best Sports Movie ESPY Award

The quarterback, Mike Winchell, runs under the expectation of handing off the ball to Miles on most plays.

Miles is sent in but severely tears his ACL after being tackled at the knee on the ensuing play.

Unfortunately, his MRI scan shows that he needs immediate knee surgery and cannot play for the rest of the season.

Famous lines from Friday Night Lights

Could you name the film from one of these? Famous lines turn up in the daily game.

5 minutes, boys.Permian Assistant Coach
In what subject?Reporter
Don't matter, man.Ivory Christian
C'mon, Preacher, bullshit!Boobie Miles
Should we believe the hype?Reporter

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