After an energetic afternoon playing soccer, there’s nothing nicer than curling up on the couch with the kids and a huge bucket of popcorn to settle in for a family movie night. Here are our picks for the top five soccer movies for kids.
1. Kicking And Screaming
If you’re a Will Ferrell fan you won’t be disappointed with this comedy that sees a grown father and son pitting the soccer teams they coach against each other in this hilarious soccer romp where anything goes. (Rating: PG)
2. The Game Of Their Lives
This film tells the true story of the first World Cup after World War II in 1950. It’s a fantastic film for the whole family. It’s one of the best soccer films of all time, with real life drama that’s great for kids and adults. (Rating: PG-13)
3. Air Bud: World Pup
What’s better than a dog who can play basketball? A dog who can play soccer of course. Follow the hilarious antics of Buddy the Golden Retriever and his bid to bring home the championship for the Timberwolves soccer team. (Rating: G)
4. Bend It Like Beckham
Nearly 20 years old, this movie is a great reminder—on the eve of Female Football Week—that soccer is a great sport for women and girls. Older kids will enjoy this story about a girl whose dream to play professional soccer is forbidden by her strict parents. In a comedic way, it explores the concept of whether it’s ok to bend the rules to follow your dreams. (Rating: PG-13)
5. The Big Green
In this classic underdogs-make-good movie, a group of misfit kids are led to greatness with the help of a new soccer coach who comes all the way from England. The jokes are hilarious, and there’s a great emphasis on learning and growing through soccer even with all of the silliness. This movie is just tonnes of fun for the whole family. (Rating: PG)
