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The Match

6.019991h 35m15MovieComedyRomance

Romantic comedy set against the story of a grudge football match between two pubs. The prize for the winner of the centenary match is the the closure of their opponent's bar. The Match was mainly filmed around Straiton in Ayrshire.

DirectorMick Davis
WriterMick Davis
ProducersPierce Brosnan·Allan Scott

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Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 2 other countries

The Match isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Brazil, United States. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Mick Davis

MBMax Beesley
Max Beesley
Wullie Smith
IBIsla Blair
Isla Blair
Sheila Bailey
JCJames Cosmo
James Cosmo
Billy Bailey
RGRichard E. Grant
Richard E. Grant
Gorgeous Gus
LFLaura Fraser
Laura Fraser
Rosemary Bailey
IHIan Holm
Ian Holm
Big Tam
DHDavid Hayman
David Hayman
Scrapper
TSTom Sizemore
Tom Sizemore
Buffalo
NMNeil Morrissey
Neil Morrissey
Piss Off
DODavid O'Hara
David O'Hara
Mechanic
IRIain Robertson
Iain Robertson
Danny Van Boy
MNMichael Nardone
Michael Nardone
Dingus

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The Match — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Match?

The Match isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom yet, but it's available in Brazil and United States. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Match on Netflix?

No, The Match is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is The Match on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Match isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch The Match for free?

The Match isn't streaming in United Kingdom yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.