The Match (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2002, The Match is an animation film directed by Ursula Ferrara, running about 4 minutes.
What it’s about. Spectators of other peoples play-lives, it happens to all of us: we look around but we don't see, we hear, from time to time, noises and voices, while our thought runs after our past happiness, an unsatisfied wish, a never ending pain, or simply after ourselves. Its name is loneliness, broken when many loneliness merge. And the spectators enter the playground with the players.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Match sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
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 Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Match (2002)?
- 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 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Match released?
- The Match was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 4 minutes.