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Next Goal Wins

2023·Movie
1h 44min·PG-13
IMDb6.5Metacritic445.4Rotten Tomatoes46%82%

Where to watch

Hulu

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Next Goal Wins fingerprint

Funny, strong craft.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Uplifting and wholesome

  • Hopefulness9
  • Wholesome7
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Plenty of situational comedy and sharp wit

  • Situational Comedy8
  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Physical Comedy6

World

Sports and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and dialogue

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Be happy.

Dutch coach Thomas Rongen attempts the nearly impossible task of turning the American Samoa soccer team from perennial losers into winners.
Feel-Good Sports DramaUnderdog StoryBiographical ComedyCultural Clash HumorTeam SpiritTaika Waititi StyleInspiringWholesome & HumorousPerseverance

Crew

Directed by:
Taika Waititi, Josh McLaglen, Dais Kasagawa
Written by:
Taika Waititi, Iain Morris
Produced by:
Andy Serkis, Taika Waititi, Mary Vernieu
Composed by:
Michael Giacchino, David V. Butler, Judah Getz

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Next Goal Wins

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Next Goal Wins legally?

Hulu

Next Goal Wins is included with a subscription to Hulu in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Next Goal Wins worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 6.5, Rotten Tomatoes 46%, and Metacritic 44). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Next Goal Wins rated?

PG-13Strong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Next Goal Wins?

1 h 44 min

Next Goal Wins runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Next Goal Wins based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Next Goal Wins?

Critics45
Audiences67

Not quite. Audiences rate Next Goal Wins higher (67) than critics (45). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Next Goal Wins a box office hit?

Budget$14 million
Box office$18 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $14 million to make and earned $18 million worldwide, 1.3 times its budget.

What language is Next Goal Wins in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in New Zealand, United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Next Goal Wins?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Next Goal Wins in 86 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Next Goal Wins use?

David Versus GoliathDown to the Last PlayDo Wrong, RightRunning GagHuddle PowerRagtag Bunch of MisfitsPassionate Sports GirlSave Our Team

TV Tropes lists 8 storytelling tropes for Next Goal Wins, including David Versus Goliath, Down to the Last Play, Do Wrong, Right.