Sports Challenge (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1973, Sports Challenge is an animation film directed by Judith Klein, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. A comic cartoon, without commentary, showing that not everyone who rises to the challenge of sport can be sure of success. Pictured is a man with middle-aged flab who tackles the whole range of contemporary sports--swimming, bicycling, golfing, gymnastics, jogging--with great eagerness but equal ineptitude. At a time when physical fitness is much on the public mind, Sports Challenge is a friendly warning that fitness is not necessarily an inborn trait.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Sports Challenge 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 Sports Challenge page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sports Challenge tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sports Challenge (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sports Challenge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sports Challenge worth watching?
- Sports Challenge holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Sports Challenge released?
- Sports Challenge was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.