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Not In It To Win It: A Comprehensive Guide to the 1991 Classic

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Not In It To Win It is a 1991 American sports comedy film directed by Michael Ritchie and starring Adam Sandler, Tom Arnold, and David Spade. The film follows the story of three friends who decide to enter a local marathon in order to win the prize money.

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Sandler plays Henry Winkler, a good-natured but dim-witted man who is constantly getting into trouble. Arnold plays Lou Fucci, a loud-mouthed and obnoxious man who is always trying to get rich quick. Spade plays Dave Sanderson, a nerdy and timid man who is always being picked on.

The three friends decide to enter the marathon after they learn that the prize money is $10,000. They train for the marathon by running around their neighborhood and eating junk food. On the day of the marathon, the three friends start off strong, but they quickly fall behind. They eventually finish the marathon, but they come in dead last.

Despite their loss, the three friends are still happy because they had a good time and they made some new friends. Not In It To Win It is a funny and heartwarming film about the power of friendship.

Cast

Adam Sandler as Henry Winkler
Tom Arnold as Lou Fucci
David Spade as Dave Sanderson
Robert Smigel as Danny
Jon Lovitz as Morty
Michael Richards as Kramer
Carrot Top as himself

Production

Not In It To Win It was filmed on location in Los Angeles, California. The film was shot on a budget of $10 million.

The film was produced by Adam Sandler, Tom Arnold, and David Spade. The film was written by Tim Herlihy and Adam Sandler.

Reception

Not In It To Win It was a critical and commercial success. The film grossed over $40 million at the box office. The film was praised for its humor, heart, and performances.

Not In It To Win It has been released on DVD and Blu-ray. The film is also available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and YouTube.

Legacy

Not In It To Win It is considered to be a classic comedy film. The film has been referenced in numerous other films and television shows. The film has also been parodied in several films and television shows.

Not In It To Win It is a funny and heartwarming film that is sure to please audiences of all ages. The film is a testament to the power of friendship.

Not in It to Win It: Why Choosing Sides Sidelines The Church

by Andy Stanley

4.7 out of 5