Walking Tall

Walking Tall is a 2004 American vigilante action film directed by Kevin Bray. It is a remake of the 1973 film of the same name, and stars The Rock and Johnny Knoxville. The film revolves around a discharged U.S. Army soldier who returns to his hometown, only to become the town's sheriff when he finds it rife with heinous crimes and corruption. Walking Tall was released on April 2, 2004 by MGM Distribution Co. in the United States, with 20th Century Fox releasing in select international territories. The film received negative reviews from critics and grossed $57.2 million against a $46 million budget.