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Next Goal Wins streaming

2023 Movie United States, New Zealand, United Kingdom Drama, Sport, Comedy 104 min Ages 12+

By: Taika Waititi With: Don Nahaku, Will Arnett, Russell Satele, Jonathan J.I. Knox, William Chun

Story of the American Samoa soccer team, who suffered the worst loss in World Cup history, losing to Australia 31-0 in 2001. With the 2014 World Cup approaching, the team recruits a down on his luck, maverick coach (Fassbender) to help turn their fate around.

Filmium rating

65%

Mood

Heartwarming

Humorous

Inspiring

Touching

Cast & Crew

Taika Waititi

Iain Morris

Tulalagalaga Tatalo Wily

Oscar Kightley

Wil Kahele

Patrick Mullen

Arlo Sarinas

Uli Latukefu

Jonathan J.I. Knox

Loretta Ables Sayre

William Chun

Beulah Koale

Michael Fassbender

Armani Makaiwa

Kaimana

David Fane

James Burghardt

David Tu'itupou

Don Nahaku

Elisabeth Moss

Roland Tupola

Hio Pelesasa

Russell Satele

Chris Alosio

Semu Filipo

Rachel House

Rhys Darby

Martin Tyler

Angus Sampson

Ioane Goodhue

Lori Pelenise Tuisano

Kaitlyn Dever

Will Arnett

Lehi Makisi Falepapalangi

Luke Hemsworth

Sisa Grey

Levy Tuiala

Elisabeth Moss (Cast)

Michael Fassbender (Coach)

Oscar Kightley (Cast)

Rachel House (Cast)

Taika Waititi (Director)

Will Arnett (Cast)

Adaptation

Based On Documentary

Budget

Mid-Budget

Cinematic Technique

Character-Driven

Character-Focused

Humor-Infused

Live-Action

Realistic

Narrative Structure

Linear

Pace

Balanced

Dynamic

Engaging

Moderate-Paced

Runtime

Approximately 2 Hours

Soundtrack

Motivational Music

Original Score

Style

Adaptation

Comedic

Drama

Dramatic

Sports

Time-Period

Contemporary

Early 2000S

Central Conflict

Coaching Challenge

Overcoming Defeat

Team Improvement

Characters

Coach

Transgender Athlete

Underdog Team

Ending

Bittersweet

Triumphant

Uplifting

Historical Context

Early 2000S

Sports History

Key Plot Points

First Victory

Team Unity

Training Transformation

Plot

Personal Growth

Redemption

Sports Redemption

Team Building

Teamwork

Underdog Story

Setting

American Samoa

Football Field

Island Culture

Pacific Islands

Shooting Location

Hawaii

Pacific Islands

Theme

Identity

Overcoming Adversity

Perseverance

Resilience

Team Spirit

Teamwork

Genre

Comedy

Drama

Sports

Audiences

Comedy Lovers

Family-Friendly

Inspirational

Sports Enthusiasts

Sports Fans

Titles

Next Goal Wins

Box Office Success

$18.6 Million Worldwide

Critical Reception

Metacritic 44

Mixed Reviews

Rotten Tomatoes 46%

Festivals

Toronto International Film Festival

Popularity

Moderate Popularity

Ratings

86% Positive

Cinemascore B+

Reception

Audience Positive

Audience Reception

Box Office Performance

Festival Premiere

Mixed Reviews

Production Countries

Hawaii

United States

Release Year

2023

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