National Anthem

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National Anthem

R

2024

1h 39m

Drama

LGBTQ+

Romance

Western

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78%

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Dylan (Charlie Plummer), a soft-spoken 21-year-old construction worker, is the de facto father figure to his little brother and works odd jobs to help the family get by. After he finds himself with the opportunity to work at a ranch, he is welcomed by a vibrant community of rodeo performers who openly explore their identities and sexuality. He is especially drawn to Sky (Eve Lindley), a force of nature who Dylan connects with deeply, as he begins to forge his own identity.

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Critics Consensus

A soulful exploration of sexual fluidity with a vivid Americana backdrop, National Anthem earns a salute.

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Emily Maskell

Little White Lies

12/12/2024

The Western is alive and well, just looking a bit different.

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Leslie Felperin

Guardian

12/03/2024

3/5

The drama sputters and fails to catch fire; it's as if Gilford is far less interested in kindling things and prefers to just look at his pretty cast in a variety of lighting schemes... That said, the toothsome cast is well worth watching.

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Adam Kempenaar

Filmspotting

08/09/2024

4/5

The film’s tenderness is borne from its tactility, an emphasis on the physical touch that connects characters.

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Anna Hoang

Boston Hassle

07/13/2025

3/5

Gilford dreams in softened defiance and the backdrop of the New Mexico land elevates an atmospheric wonder to Dylan’s vision. Nonetheless, romantic endeavors and heartbreaks can feel like a roadblock.

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Steve Morrissey

Radio Times

05/23/2025

3/5

Plummer is again excellent at the head of the cast, here quietly broadening his range with a fine performance that is more than matched by his supporting players.

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Jack Walters

Loud and Clear Reviews

01/18/2025

3/5

"National Anthem adopts a hazy and nostalgic atmosphere to chronicle one man’s journey of self-discovery and acceptance in a new world."

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HK

08/04/2024

A charming and atmospheric film

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Kelvin G

07/25/2024

This was a very well shot and acted movie about discovery, acceptance and love.

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Stephen T

07/21/2024

touching, revealing, thought provoking. mistifying and hopeful.

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Daniel N

07/21/2024

A great film. Thought-provoking.

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Roy J

07/21/2024

I had a big smile watching this movie. Glad Dylan found a community he could belong too.

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Matt B

07/20/2024

Deeply moving and visceral in its detail. I loved this movie. Charlie Plummer is a star.

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Synopsis

Dylan (Charlie Plummer), a soft-spoken 21-year-old construction worker, is the de facto father figure to his little brother and works odd jobs to help the family get by. After he finds himself with the opportunity to work at a ranch, he is welcomed by a vibrant community of rodeo performers who openly explore their identities and sexuality. He is especially drawn to Sky (Eve Lindley), a force of nature who Dylan connects with deeply, as he begins to forge his own identity.

Director: Luke Gilford
Producer: Mickey Liddell, Pete Shilaimon, Kevin Garland, Gina Marcheschi, Jasmine Daghighian
Screenwriter: David Largman Murray, Kevin Best, Luke Gilford
Distributor: LD Entertainment
Production Co: LD Entertainment
Rating: R
Genre: Drama, LGBTQ+, Romance, Western
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 12, 2024, Limited
Box Office (Gross USA): $267.8K
Runtime: 1h 39m