High school football coach Joe Kennedy had no other choice but to fight. A childhood in foster care followed by 20 years in the Marine Corps was nothing compared to his biggest battle: his commitment to stand for God publicly by taking a knee in prayer after each game. When he was fired, Joe and his wife Denise knew this battle for religious freedom, freedom of speech, and the rights of all Americans was one they would have to fight—no matter the cost. From the director and producers of God’s Not Dead and the producers of The Blind comes AVERAGE JOE, in theaters beginning October 11.
This trek is far more than a two-lane highway; it is a historic, sacred link to the roots of Judaism and Christianity and the stories of the Old and New Testaments. Follow world-changing diplomats David Friedman and Mike Pompeo as they venture down this sacred road, treading the very ground Abraham, Jacob, King David, and Jesus once walked. Discover the history, witness the healing, and realize the hope along Route 60, the Biblical Highway.
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Eric Close
Eric Close is best known for his starring role in the hit series Nashville and Clint Eastwood’s movie American Sniper. In addition to acting, he directed episodes of Nashville and six films with Crown Media, including A Christmas Love Story…
and his latest, Sugar Plum Twist. Earlier in his career, Eric starred for almost a decade on the critically acclaimed series, Without A Trace, which was nominated for a Golden Globe for best ensemble cast. He also starred in the series Chaos and Suits. His movie roles include The Mulligan, Legal Action, and Indivisible. Other credits include American Horror Story, The Magnificent Seven, Now And Again, Dark Skies, McKenna, Seven Deadly Sins, Christmas Crime Story, Hercules, Follow The Stars Home, The Stranger Beside Me, Long Island Fever, Without Consent, Unanswered Prayers, and the Golden Globe nominated mini-series Taken.
Amy Acker
A Texas native and graduate of Southern Methodist University with a BFA in Acting, Amy Acker first gained recognition for her starring role as Winifred “Fred” Burkle on the television series Angel, winning a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Television Series.
Recent television roles include Marvel’s The Gifted, Person of Interest, Alias, Dollhouse, and Happy Town.” Guest-starring roles include Grey’s Anatomy, Suits, Agents of Shield, How I Met Your Mother, TheGood Wife, Grimm, Once Upon a Time, No Ordinary Family, Private Practice, Supernatural, and Law & Order: Criminal Intent. Her movies include Much Ado About Nothing, Cabin In The Woods, Sironia, Amanda And Jack Go Glamping,Let’s Kill Ward’s Wife, 21 And A Wake-Up, The Novice, Groom Lake, The Accident, and Catch Me If You Can.
A twenty-year Marine veteran, was an assistant coach for the Bremerton High School (BHS) varsity football team. Before he even coached his first game, the Marine-turned-football coach made a commitment to God that he would give thanks at the conclusion of each game for what the players had accomplished and for the opportunity to be part of their lives through football. This was met with disapproval from his school district and turned into a lengthy court battle.
On June 27, 2022, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of Coach Kennedy and his First Amendment right and on March 8, 2023, Coach Kennedy was officially reinstated as assistant coach and is excited to be back with his team. Joe and his wife, Denise, are parents to four and reside currently in Pensacola. A film inspired by his life is in development. He continues to speak across the country promoting freedom of speech. His new book, Average Joe, will be available for purchase nationwide October 24, 2023. Connect with him online at
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About GND Media
GND Media Group is the production company behind Average Joe. For over a decade, GND Media Group has been committed to producing the highest quality faith-based entertainment. Our mission is to present powerful scriptural messages with excellence in production quality to provide entertaining and inspirational content to audiences worldwide using today’s cutting edge media. Our films include The Blind, Case for Christ, Do You Believe? and the God’s Not Dead franchise including God’s Not Dead, God’s Not Dead 2, God’s Not Dead: A Light in Darkness, God’s Not Dead: We The People.
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