Young Eleven (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1979, Young Eleven is an animation and tv movie film directed by Kouzou Morishita, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A boy from the farm with amazing running speed is asked to join a newly formed national soccer team and discovers a natural talent for the game. The movie is inspired by Japan's hosting of the 1979 FIFA World Youth Championship.
Who’s in it. Young Eleven stars Akira Kamiya, Rihoko Yoshida, Kenji Utsumi and Joji Yanami.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Young Eleven has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Young Eleven page.
If you liked it. Fans of Young Eleven tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Young Eleven (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Young Eleven change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Young Eleven worth watching?
- Young Eleven holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Young Eleven?
- Young Eleven stars Akira Kamiya, Rihoko Yoshida, Kenji Utsumi and Joji Yanami.
- When was Young Eleven released?
- Young Eleven was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.