The Cup

2011·Movie
1h 46min·PG
55
DecentGoodWatch score

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The Cup fingerprint

High energy, big heart, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Deeply moving and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Sports, everyday modern life, and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Two brothers. One dream. The odds were incredible. And the story is true.

At the heart of this true story is Damien Oliver, a young jockey who loses his only brother in a tragic racing accident, hauntingly reflecting of the way their father died 27 years earlier. After suffering through a series of discouraging defeats, Damien teams with Irish trainer Dermot Weld, and triumphs at the 2002 Melbourne Cup in one of the most thrilling finales in sporting history.
Inspirational Sports DramaBased on True StoryTragedy & TriumphFamily BondsHorse RacingEmotional CatharsisAustralian CinemaOvercoming Adversity

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Cup

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Where can I stream The Cup legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Cup worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 30%, and Metacritic 70). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Cup rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is The Cup?

1 h 46 min

The Cup runs 1 h 46 min.

Is The Cup based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on The Cup?

Critics50
Audiences52

Yes. Critics average 50 and audiences 52 out of 100, so both groups see The Cup much the same way.

What language is The Cup in?

EnglishArabic

It was made in English, with some Arabic. Produced in Australia.

In how many countries can I watch The Cup?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Cup in 18 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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