Clive Standen Stars as WWII Vet Turned Football Coach in 'The Colonel'
Originally published Jul 6, 2026
By Andreas Wiseman · Deadline
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Key points
- Clive Standen is playing the real-life WWII veteran and football coach R.C. 'Rocky' Rosacker in 'The Colonel.'
- The film is based on the true story of a celebrated Fort Worth, Texas, football coach.
- Standen takes over the lead role from Neal McDonough.
Production is underway on 'The Colonel,' a film inspired by the true story of Lieutenant Colonel R.C. 'Rocky' Rosacker, a celebrated football coach from Fort Worth, Texas. Clive Standen, known for his roles in 'Taken' and 'Vikings,' is set to portray the coach, who was revered by his students. Standen takes over the lead role from Neal McDonough. The film highlights Rosacker's journey from a WWII veteran to a respected figure in Texas football history.
Read the original story: Deadline — by Andreas Wiseman