The Workers Cup (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 4.3

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Released in 2017, The Workers Cup is a documentary film directed by Adam Sobel, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. Inside Qatar’s labor camps, African and Asian migrant workers building the facilities of the 2022 World Cup compete in a football tournament of their own.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Workers Cup has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Workers Cup page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Workers Cup 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 The Workers Cup (2017)?
In US, The Workers Cup is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Workers Cup worth watching?
The Workers Cup holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was The Workers Cup released?
The Workers Cup was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.