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The Cup

1999·Movie
1h 33min·G
74
GoodGoodWatch score

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A touch of humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5
  • Tension4

Heart

Wholesome

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Wholesome7
  • Coming of Age7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy5
  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Everyday modern life, sports, and growing up

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Buddhism is their philosophy. Soccer is their religion.

While the World Cup is being played in France, two young Tibetan refugees arrive at a monastery in India. The atmosphere of serene contemplation is soon disrupted by soccer fever, as the two students desperately seek a TV to watch the final.
Tibetan CinemaRefugee StoryWorld Cup FeverMonastery SettingComing-of-AgeCultural ClashHumorousFeel-Good MovieInnocence and Longing

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Cup

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Cup legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Cup worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 84%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Cup rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is The Cup?

1 h 33 min

The Cup runs 1 h 33 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Cup?

Critics77
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see The Cup much the same way.

What language is The Cup in?

TibetanFrenchHindi

It was made in Tibetan, with some French, Hindi. Produced in Australia, United Kingdom, United States, Bhutan.

In how many countries can I watch The Cup?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Cup in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.