The Golden Ball (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1994, The Golden Ball is a comedy film directed by Cheik Doukouré, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The Golden Ball is a wonderful children's film that tells of a young boy's dream of being a soccer player. Whenever a match is broadcast live in the village of Makono, Bandian and his brother keep their ears to the transistor radio, spinning a picture of the game from the announcer's commentary much as they fantasize themselves on the field. A gift of a real soccer ball, which Bandian paints gold, like a magical object involves him in a series of adventures which bring him in reach of his dream, but which also require him to make difficult choices.
Who’s in it. The Golden Ball stars Aboubacar Sidiki Sumah as Bandian, Aboubacar Kolta as Bouba and Agnès Soral as Isabella.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, The Golden Ball has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Golden Ball page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Golden Ball tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Golden Ball (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Golden Ball change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Golden Ball worth watching?
- The Golden Ball holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Golden Ball?
- The Golden Ball stars Aboubacar Sidiki Sumah, Aboubacar Kolta and Agnès Soral.
- When was The Golden Ball released?
- The Golden Ball was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.