The Champion

2024Movie1 h 46 min

60
DecentGoodWatch score

A hopeful drama movie about everyday modern life and sports, with standout characters.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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Not for scares, laughs or brutality.

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Story

What makes a genius?

Diego has just been voted best young player in Europe and at the age of 20 he is on his way to making his team, Atlético de Madrid, champions of La Liga. But his impulsive and conflictive character makes the club, fed up with his excesses, hire Álex, a withdrawn and lonely psychology professor, to improve his behaviour. The two will have no choice but to learn to understand each other.

Feels like

  • Sports Drama
  • Character Study
  • Mentorship Story
  • Coming-of-Age
  • Psychological Growth
  • Contemporary Football
  • Human Connection
  • Redemption Arc
  • Emotional Journey

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Carlos Therón
Produced by
Fernando Bovaira

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Facts

July 12, 2024 · 1 h 46 min · Strong Language

Released
July 12, 2024
Runtime
1 h 46 min
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Drama, Family, Comedy
Original language
Spanish
Made in
Spain
Available in
131 countries

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Questions about The Champion

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Champion?

In the United States, The Champion streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is The Champion worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60 (IMDb 5.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 80%). Critics rate it higher (80 out of 100) than audiences (56).

Will The Champion make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Will I feel good after watching The Champion?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 4 for wholesome.

Is The Champion in English?

Spanish

No, it was made in Spanish.