Sunday Ball (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2014, Sunday Ball is a documentary film directed by Eryk Rocha, running about 71 minutes.

What it’s about. In Rio de Janeiro, close to the mythical Maracana stadium, venue for the grand final of the World Cup 2014, we find an ordinary football field in the Sampaio neighborhood. There, football happens as a genuine expression of Brazilian culture. With the games on Sundays, the annual slum football league has 14 teams. Each represents the colors and rituals of their community. Geração x Juventude contest the final.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Sunday Ball has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sunday Ball page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sunday Ball tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sunday Ball (2014)?
In US, Sunday Ball is available to stream on OVID. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Sunday Ball worth watching?
Sunday Ball holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Sunday Ball released?
Sunday Ball was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.