Our team compiled the best soccer movies and here is what they came up with
Football, or soccer as it is known in some countries, has long been a popular subject for films, with stories that range from uplifting underdog tales to gritty dramas. Here is a list of some of the best football movies ever made, ranked by box office numbers from highest to lowest:
Here are the 16 best soccer movies to check out on the streaming service.
1. Goal! (2005)
The first movie in a trilogy of films, this movie follows the story of a young Mexican man living in the United States who is given the opportunity to try out for a professional soccer team. The movie grossed over $26 million at the box office and was appreciated by audiences for its engaging and emotional story, as well as its exciting soccer action. It was rated PG.
2. The Damned United (2009)
Based on the true story of Brian Clough, one of the greatest football managers in history, and his brief and tempestuous tenure as manager of Leeds United. The movie grossed over $8 million at the box office and was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Michael Sheen as Clough and for its insights into the world of football management. It was rated R
3. Bend It Like Beckham (2002)
A comedy-drama movie that tells the story of a young Indian girl living in London who defies her traditional parents by joining a local women’s football team. The movie grossed over $76 million at the box office and was appreciated for its humor, its performances, particularly by Parminder Nagra and Keira Knightley, and its positive and empowering message. It was rated PG-13
4. Shaolin Soccer (2001)
A Hong Kong martial arts comedy movie that tells the story of a former Shaolin monk who uses his kung fu skills to teach a ragtag group of outcasts how to play soccer. The movie grossed over $17 million at the box office and was appreciated for its combination of martial arts action and comedic humor, and its innovative special effects. It was rated PG-13
5. The Game of Their Lives (2005)
A movie based on the true story of the 1950 U.S. national soccer team, which against all odds, defeated England in the World Cup. The movie grossed over $5 million at the box office and was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Wes Bentley and Gavin Rossdale, and its portrayal of the camaraderie and spirit of the team. It was rated PG
6. Mean Machine (2001)
A comedy-drama movie that tells the story of a former football star who is sent to prison and forms a football team with his fellow inmates to challenge the prison guards. The movie grossed over $7 million at the box office and was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Vinnie Jones and its combination of humor and drama. It was rated R
7. Victory (1981)
A war movie that tells the story of a team of Allied prisoners of war who are forced to play a football match against a team of German soldiers. The movie grossed over $10 million at the box office and was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Sylvester Stallone and Michael Caine and its combination of action, suspense and sports. It was rated PG.
8. The Big Green (1995)
A comedy-drama movie that tells the story of a ragtag group of kids in a small Texas town who form a soccer team with the help of their new coach. The movie was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Olivia d’Abo and Steve Guttenberg and its heartwarming story. It was rated PG.
9. Fever Pitch (1997)
A British romantic comedy movie that tells the story of a man who is torn between his love for a woman and his obsession with his football team. The movie was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Colin Firth and its relatable and humorous portrayal of football fandom. It was rated R
10. Frozen River (2008)
A movie that tells the story of a struggling single mother who becomes involved in smuggling illegal immigrants across the frozen St. Lawrence River. The movie was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Melissa Leo and its gritty, realistic portrayal of working-class life. It was rated R
11. The Cup (2011)
A comedy-drama movie that tells the story of two young Tibetan boys who become obsessed with the World Cup and go to great lengths to find a way to watch the games. The movie was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Phuntsok Tsering and its portrayal of the impact of a seemingly insignificant event on a community. It was rated PG.
12. The Big White (2005)
A dark comedy that tells the story of a struggling travel agent who discovers a frozen corpse and decides to pass it off as his missing brother in order to collect on a life insurance policy. The movie was appreciated for its performances by Robin Williams and Holly Hunter, its dark humor and its offbeat storyline. It was rated R
13. Green Street Hooligans (2005)
A movie that tells the story of an American college student who becomes involved with a group of football hooligans in London. The movie was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Elijah Wood and Charlie Hunnam, and its gritty portrayal of the violent and dangerous world of football hooliganism. It was rated R
14. Looking for Eric (2009)
A British comedy-drama movie that tells the story of a man who seeks the help of his hero, Eric Cantona, to help him deal with his problems. The movie was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Steve Evets and Cantona, and its heartfelt and uplifting story. It was rated R
15. Escape to Victory (1981)
A war movie that tells the story of a group of Allied prisoners of war who are forced to play a football match against a team of German soldiers during WWII. The movie was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Michael Caine, Sylvester Stallone and Pele, and its suspenseful and exciting portrayal of the match. It was rated PG.
16. The Football Factory (2004)
A British crime-drama movie that tells the story of a man who becomes involved with a group of violent football hooligans and the criminal underworld. The movie was appreciated for its performances, particularly by Danny Dyer, and its gritty and realistic portrayal of the hooligan subculture. It was rated R
These movies listed above are but a few examples of the many football-themed films that have been made over the years. From gritty dramas to uplifting comedies, these films showcase the many facets of the world’s most popular sport and the passions it inspires in people. With action, suspense, drama, and a good dose of humor, these films are sure to appeal to a wide range of audiences, both football fans and non-fans alike.