The Match Factory Girl (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1990, The Match Factory Girl is a comedy and drama film directed by Aki Kaurismäki, running about 69 minutes.
What it’s about. A young woman with nothing to look forward to in life discovers that she has been impregnated by a man who wants nothing to do with it.
Who’s in it. The Match Factory Girl stars Kati Outinen as Iris Rukka, Elina Salo as Mother, Esko Nikkari as Stepfather and Vesa Vierikko as Aarne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Match Factory Girl has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Match Factory Girl page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Match Factory Girl tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Match Factory Girl (1990)?
- In US, The Match Factory Girl is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Match Factory Girl worth watching?
- The Match Factory Girl holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Match Factory Girl?
- The Match Factory Girl stars Kati Outinen, Elina Salo, Esko Nikkari, Vesa Vierikko and Reijo Taipale.
- When was The Match Factory Girl released?
- The Match Factory Girl was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.