Witness the inspirational true story of a real American hero, Ernie Davis. Rising from humblest of beginnings, Ernie Davis overcame impossible odds to become the first African-American to win college football's greatest honor-the Heisman Trophy.

Based on the book "Ernie Davis: the Elmira Express" by Robert C. Gallagher. Rated PG; for thematic content, violence and language involving racism, and brief sensuality. Special features: Deleted scenes with optional commentary by director Gary Fleder; making of The Express; "Making history : the story of Ernie Davis" featurette; "Inside the playbook" (shooting the football games); "From Hollywood to Syracuse" (the legacy of Ernie Davis); feature commentary with director Gary Fleder.