The Match (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1999, The Match is a comedy and romance film directed by Mick Davis, running about 95 minutes. “It's a game of two pubs!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Match is a romantic comedy set against the story of a grudge football match between two pubs. The prize for the winner of the centenary match is the the closure of their opponent's bar. The Match was mainly filmed around Straiton in Ayrshire.
Who’s in it. The Match stars Max Beesley as Wullie Smith, Isla Blair as Sheila Bailey, James Cosmo as Billy Bailey and Richard E. Grant as Gorgeous Gus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Match 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 The Match page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Match tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Match (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Match change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Match worth watching?
- The Match holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Match?
- The Match stars Max Beesley, Isla Blair, James Cosmo, Richard E. Grant and Laura Fraser.
- When was The Match released?
- The Match was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.