The Second Game (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2014, The Second Game is a history and documentary film directed by Corneliu Porumboiu, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. A deceptively simple set-up: the director and his father watch a 1988 football match which the father refereed, their commentary accompanying the original television images in real time. A Bucharest derby between the country’s leading teams, Dinamo and Steaua, taking place in heavy snow, one year before the revolution that toppled Ceaușescu.
Who’s in it. The Second Game stars Adrian Porumboiu as Himself and Corneliu Porumboiu as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Second Game has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel, MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Second Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Second Game tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Second Game (2014)?
- In US, The Second Game is available to stream on Criterion Channel, MUBI and MUBI Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Second Game worth watching?
- The Second Game holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Second Game?
- The Second Game stars Adrian Porumboiu and Corneliu Porumboiu.
- When was The Second Game released?
- The Second Game was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.