The Beautiful Game
Netflix | Release Date (Streaming): March 29, 2024 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
60
METASCORE
Mixed or average reviews based on 10 Critic Reviews
Positive:
5
Mixed:
4
Negative:
1
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Critic scorePublicationBy date
75
The Globe and Mail (Toronto)Aparita BhandariMar 29, 2024
The Beautiful Game shines because of Nighy. Read full review
75
The Associated PressLindsey BahrMar 26, 2024
Is it a little glossy and sanitized with a jaunty score? Sure. But it also thoughtfully explores themes of redemption, invisibility, pride and sportsmanship without being preachy or condescending. Read full review
70
Screen DailyFionnuala HalliganMar 29, 2024
It’s a film with considerable heart and, in Nighy and Ward, the Tinker Bell sparkle of the true film-star. Read full review
70
The Hollywood ReporterLeslie FelperinMar 29, 2024
Amusing, uplifting and about as sugary and teeth-sabotaging as caramelized popcorn, The Beautiful Game celebrates the healing power of team sports for those who might feel more pushed to society’s margins by misfortune or choice. Read full review
70
The New York TimesNatalia WinkelmanMar 28, 2024
The Beautiful Game is a model of a modern “nice” movie. Read full review
60
The TelegraphTim RobeyMar 29, 2024
It uses some hoary devices to twist your arm, but resistance, eventually, is futile. Read full review
60
Screen RantMark DonaldsonMar 29, 2024
While The Beautiful Game can often feel like a commercial for an admittedly noble cause, the script and performances deliver a relatable human story of dashed dreams and second chances that reminds us why such charities are vital. Read full review
60
The Irish TimesDonald ClarkeMar 29, 2024
What we have here is an efficient compilation of the hoariest sporting cliches given a breath of life by some charming actors. Read full review
40
The GuardianPeter BradshawMar 21, 2024
The tropes are a bit familiar. Read full review
38
Movie NationRoger MooreApr 3, 2024
This is just a “big game” formula sports movie that aims low and still comes up short. Read full review
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