The Underdoggs is a 2024 American sports comedy film starring and produced by Snoop Dogg, directed by Charles Stone III and written by Danny Segal and Isaac Schamis. The film skipped a theatrical run and premiered exclusively on Prime Video on January 26, 2024. As of August 2026, it has been available on Prime Video for over two years and picked up a mixed-to-negative critical reception alongside a modest cult following among Snoop Dogg fans.
Quick Facts
| Title | Type | Genre | Release Date | Composer | Status (as of Aug 2026) | Where to Watch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Underdoggs | Film | Sports Comedy | January 26, 2024 | Joseph Shirley | Released; streaming | Amazon Prime Video |
The film follows Jaycen “Two-Js” Jennings, a washed-up ex-NFL star who has hit rock bottom. After a car accident lands him with a community-service sentence, he ends up coaching an unruly pee-wee football team in his old neighborhood, forcing him to confront his past.
Who Composed The Underdoggs Soundtrack?
Joseph Shirley composed the original score for The Underdoggs. Shirley is known for his work on Creed III (2023), The Book of Boba Fett (2021), and The Mandalorian (2019), and his score for this film was released digitally alongside the movie’s premiere.
The Underdoggs Soundtrack List
The Underdoggs (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) EP was released alongside the film in January 2024, led by original songs featuring Snoop Dogg himself. Confirmed tracks include:
- Underdoggs (feat. Snoop Dogg) – Trap House Mechi (2:40)
- Punk Ass Bitches (feat. Snoop Dogg) – Trap House Mechi (2:41)
- The East Siders – Rick Rock (2:38)
- Crank Me Up – T-Pain (2:45)
- Merry Go Round – Choc (3:47)
The soundtrack and Joseph Shirley’s score are both available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and YouTube.
Cast and Crew
The Underdoggs stars Snoop Dogg alongside Tika Sumpter, Mike Epps, Andrew Schulz, and George Lopez, with child actors Jonigan Booth, Adam James Carrillo, Kylah Davila, Caleb Dixon, Alexander Michael Gordon, and Shamori Washington rounding out the pee-wee football team.
The film is directed by Charles Stone III, known for Drumline (2002), Paid in Full (2002), Lila & Eve (2015), and Uncle Drew (2018). It was produced by Kenya Barris, Snoop Dogg, Constance Schwartz-Morini, Mychelle Deschamps, and Jonathan Glickman, and distributed by Amazon MGM Studios.
Where to Watch and How It Was Received
The Underdoggs was originally slated for a theatrical release on October 20, 2023, but Amazon MGM Studios shifted it to a Prime Video exclusive on January 26, 2024, citing the general decline of R-rated comedies at the box office. The film holds a 42% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 39/100 “generally unfavorable” rating on Metacritic; the site’s consensus notes that “Snoop Dogg remains an appealing screen presence and The Underdoggs offers its share of laughs, but this crass youth sports comedy isn’t doing anything audiences haven’t seen done better before.” It remains available exclusively on Amazon Prime Video as of August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for The Underdoggs?
Joseph Shirley, known for Creed III, The Book of Boba Fett, and The Mandalorian, composed the original score for The Underdoggs.
Where can I watch The Underdoggs?
The Underdoggs streams exclusively on Amazon Prime Video, where it premiered on January 26, 2024.
Is The Underdoggs a sequel or based on a true story?
No. The Underdoggs is an original screenplay by Danny Segal and Isaac Schamis, not based on a true story or an existing franchise, though it draws comparisons to films like The Bad News Bears.
What songs are featured in The Underdoggs?
The soundtrack EP includes original tracks like “Underdoggs” and “Punk Ass Bitches” featuring Snoop Dogg and produced by Trap House Mechi, alongside songs by Rick Rock, T-Pain, and Choc.
How was The Underdoggs received by critics?
Reviews were mixed to negative, with a 42% score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 39/100 on Metacritic. Critics praised Snoop Dogg’s screen presence but felt the R-rated sports-comedy formula was overly familiar.
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