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HBO Max Amazon Channel
80
7.7
/19140/
76
/843/
74
/416/
4.0
/27546/
91
/86/
94
/27/
78
/14/
cc age 12+

Diego Maradona (2019)
Constructed from over 500 hours of never-before-seen footage, this documentary centers on the personal life and career of the controversial football player Diego Maradona who played for SSC Napoli and Argentina in the 1980s.
poster
Kanopy
75
6.9
/609/
74
/48/
67
/16/
3.4
/348/
92
/26/
88
/6/
72
/7/
cc age 8+

In Search of Greatness (2018)
A cinematic journey into the secrets of genius as told through the greatest athletes of all time. It includes original interviews with Wayne Gretzky, Pelé, Jerry Rice, and features Muhammad Ali, Serena Williams, and Michael Jordan, among others.
poster
67
6.7
/35397/
69
/909/
68
/970/
3.3
/21606/
70
/10/
71
/553/
57
/10/
cc age 10+

Escape to Victory (1981)
A group of POWs in a German prison camp during World War II play the German National Soccer Team in this powerful film depicting the role of prisoners during wartime.
poster
Netflix
66
7.0
/6089/
70
/322/
72
/206/
3.4
/12745/
74
/1/
61
/6/
cc age 13+

Pelé (2021)
Against the backdrop of a turbulent era in Brazil, this documentary captures Pelé's extraordinary path from breakthrough talent to national hero. Mixing rare archival footage and exclusive interviews, this documentary celebrates the legendary Brazilian footballer who personified football as art.
poster
Kanopy
59
7.1
/22955/
75
/1392/
73
/1130/
3.2
/21647/
33
/30/
69
/96/
39
/11/
cc age 10+

Pelé: Birth of a Legend (2016)
The life story of Brazilian football legend, Pele.
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The Roku Channel
65
58
6.8
/7542/
66
/141/
69
/67/
3.5
/5212/
40
/5/
76
/186/
cc age 15+

Mike Bassett: England Manager (2001)
After England's football (soccer) manager has a heart attack, Mike Bassett is hired as the new manager and promptly announces the team will win the World Cup.
poster
fuboTV
56
7.0
/1312/
67
/83/
60
/24/
3.3
/1484/
29
/14/
15
/239/
67
/9/

McEnroe (2022)
Legendary "bad boy of tennis" John McEnroe finally tells his side of his storied career and famously hot-tempered performances on the court in this engrossing documentary revisiting the record-setting career of one of the all-time greats.
poster
72
38
7.3
/757/
75
/36/
72
/33/
3.4
/735/
75

Pelé Forever (2004)
The life of the "King of Football" Pelé is shown through testimonials from former players, friends and important celebrities of the time. Following a chronological order, several of his goals, key moves and facts that marked his career are displayed.
poster
69
27
7.1
/489/
70
/11/
78
/22/
3.4
/390/
60

Ilusión Nacional (2014)
A sport like football is primarily a passionate celebration, but one that is so massive (economically, politically and socially) that it, of course, also brings many problems. Olallo Rubio's third documentary (and fourth film in total), Ilusión Nacional, is a take on how the world's most popular sport relates to Mexican society and politics.
poster
58
18
5.0
/302/
64
/19/
57
/34/
3.1
/432/

Os Trapalhões e o Rei do Futebol (1986)
The team of Galinheiro Futebol Clube, formed by emeritus fighters, has as technical Cardea, advised by three direct assistants: Elvis, former player as Cardinal and aspiring singer; Fumê, cook of Independência Futebol Clube, great team in which Cardeal also works as a wardrobe; and Lupine, samba and composer.
poster
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17
8.1
/148/
75
/9/
69
/9/
3.8
/1194/
Popcorn
69
/6/

A Day in the Life (2010)
The documentary tracks 19 hours of broadcasting from several brazilian TV channels making live surfing between channels. The result was edited latter.
poster
77
17
8.1
/434/
75
/14/
80
/13/
3.6
/582/

Simonal: No One Knows How Tough It Was (2009)
In a time of timeless and revolutionary talents, Wilson Simonal shined as nobody before and innovated as only a few could. All of a sudden, everything vanished. This film maps the spectacular trajectory of the ex-Army corporal that ruled as a monarch, and was condemned to ostracism for an offense to which he pleaded not guilty.
poster
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50
/1/

Pelé: O Jogador do Milênio (2025)
N/A
poster
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100
/1/

Placar: A Revista Militante (2024)
N/A
poster
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6.0
/10/
10
/1/
70
/1/

1º de Abril, Brasil (1989)
The daily routine of a women's Republic in the late days of 1963 and early 1964 - before the military coup - is presented from the perspective of several characters, and the place's owner who is about to sell the house to an international company who wants to build a mall in the place.
poster
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40
/2/
80
/1/

Beijoqueiro: Portrait of a Serial Kisser (1992)
The story of the portuguese serial kisser, who travelled the whole world searching famous people to kiss
poster
?
80
/1/

Brasiliana: The Black Musical That Introduced Brazil to the World (2024)
Created by Haroldo Costa in 1956, "Brasiliana" was a Brazilian musical with a repertoire of Black music that toured the world, visiting more than 90 countries between the 1950s and 1960s. Bringing Afro-Brazilian music, dance, and culture to international audiences at a time when Brazil was still synonymous with "samba, football, and beautiful women," the show helped present a more authentic image of the country's culture to the world.
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8.2
/22/
10
/1/

True Brazil (1968)
In the late 1960s, Thomas Farkas imported equipment suitable for direct sound, and released a collection of documentaries called "Brasil Verdade" ("True Brazil"), after the Military Coup d'État took place in Brazil, which happened without any popular resistance or revolution or reaction of the society. The five short films are directly related to this fact and its consequences to the country.
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?
5.4
/9/

Andy Warhol, Fluorescent (2016)
A documentary on the legendary creator and victim of pop art. Warhol, revolutionary and controversial, was never afraid to break the mold and reshape the reals of art, advertising, and directing. But who was the real man being behind the colors in which he hid?
poster
?
20
/1/

Laudrup - The Joy Of Football (1997)
Rangers' Danish import Brian Laudrup reflects on a life in football and also demonstrates the skills that have singled him out from the Scottish Premier Division. He talks about his appearances for Denmark and Rangers, and comments on the state of modern football.
poster
?
7.7
/33/
40
/1/
66
/4/

Santos, 100 Years of Playful Soccer (2012)
A portrait of the one hundred years of Santos Football Club, where history is told by the real facts, their meaning and emotion. "To born, to live and to die Santos", the path of the first Brazilian football team to become World Champion twice since its foundation. From Pelé goals era to the irreverent football of Neymar’s generation, the history is told by supporters, players and historians, inserting the football passion into the cultural context of Brazil and inside each Brazilian as well.
poster
?
7.3
/27/
70
/1/

Nelson Mandela Redrawn (2014)
This fascinating documentary unfolds in reverse telling the story of Mandela from the old man to the rural child. With contributions from storytellers from every corner of the globe, we gain a unique insight into why Mandela was so loved and revered. Mandela's unique way of handling the challenges of life range from his relationship with the British Royals and the attempted suicide of a South African rugby hero, to epic political strategies that clinched a World Cup, and single-handedly averted civil war. Beyond the media hype was the political genius who could manipulate the press, inspire awe in celebrities, politicians and superstars alike and managed to shape a country from inside a prison cell. For the first time, his genius as a political strategist is laid bare and we discover the seminal moments that transformed a man into a hero.
poster
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100
/1/

Puntapié (2020)
“Puntapie” is kicking the ball with the tip of the foot. Eight of the best Latin American football players face each other in a special documentary.
poster
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70
/1/
65
/6/

L'Âge d'or de la pub (2023)
55 years ago, on October 1 1968, the first brand advertising spot appeared on the French television screen. Over the next three decades, thousands of creative little films would seduce and build our collective memory. Kitschy or cult spots, humor, slogans, music, stars, gimmicks, grand spectacle or sex appeal: during its golden age, how did advertising convince? Thierry Ardisson has brought together almost 400 advertising clips to relive the era of the conquest of minds and wallets.
poster
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50
/1/

Pelé - Long Live the King (2023)
N/A
poster
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10
/1/

The Worlds Greatest Goals (1989)
The Golden Age of Soccer. See the greatest players from the greatest 20 years of World Cup History. 141 non-stop goals from Charlton, Hurst, Pele, Cruyff, Eusebio, Muller, Moore, Kempes, Rossi, Maradona and more! "The World's Greatest Goals" brings you the highlights of the "Golden Age" - The World Cups from 1966-1986. The Saves, The Fouls, The Unique atmosphere and... The Goals... Compiled from the Official Films of The World Cup. Contains the FIFA 'Goal of the Century' This program is produced by the Makers of the Best Selling World Cup Films "Gole" and "Hero".
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8.5
/13/
40
/1/
73
/3/

Santos de Todos os Gols (2019)
The goal is the culmination of any football match that prevails: the moment of maximum euphoria expected by any team. And the team of Santos is known for being the Brazilian record holder who has rocked the networks to this day. In this essay, idols like Pelé, Robinho and Serginho Chulapa tell how their sensations blended into the Club's own history in its most important moments on and off the field.
poster
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6.6
/15/

Big-Time Soccer: The Remarkable Rise & Fall of the NASL (2021)
Nearly 40 years since its demise, the North American Soccer League continues to linger in the memories and imaginations of soccer fans across the United States — and beyond. The colorful, oftentimes controversial league attracted some of the game’s greatest players: Pele, Best, Cruyff, Muller, Beckenbauer, to name a few. Crowds of 70,000-plus flocked to games as the NASL brought star power to a country where soccer had been virtually invisible just a few years earlier.
poster
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5.8
/62/
56
/3/
48
/5/

O Barão Otelo no Barato dos Bilhões (1971)
João-Sem-Direção knows Carvalhaes that proposes a blow to him. John does not accept the proposal, but ends up earning a hefty cash in the game.
poster
?
7.6
/27/
60
/1/
77
/3/

Pelé the Last Show: The Film (2018)
On August 28, 1977, the "King of Soccer" left his throne vacant. Pelé officially quit his job: mesmerising the world. His last soccer jersey, "that" soccer jersey, became the shroud of the history of soccer. This is a journey through his last match, a long farewell reported by those who were there and left a mark not only on Pelé but also on an era.
poster
Kanopy
75
?
7.8
/104/
70
/3/
77
/3/

Sergio Mendes in the Key of Joy (2021)
A joyful, cinematic celebration of this singular musical artist, who remains as vital and relevant today as when he exploded on the scene with his group, Brasil '66. With a rich, multi-layered approach to storytelling, the film digs deep to reveal the forces that shaped his incredible journey.
poster
?
8.7
/14/
83
/8/
86
/7/

Todo Poderoso: O Filme - 100 Anos de Timão (2010)
Todo Poderoso: O Filme - 100 anos de Timão tells the saga of a team that was born from the hands of five workers to become a real social phenomenon. Rescues images never before seen footage as the first of Corinthians in 1929, plus historic interviews of the first team's idols, as Neco, Del Debbio, Baltazar and Luizinho. Brings together for the first time, the major superstars that recall the glories of these 100 years of history through more than 200 goals. It features unreleased song of Bid, Rappin Hood and Negra Li composed especially for the film's official centenary of Timão.
poster
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8.3
/12/
60
/1/
74
/4/

When the World Watched: Brazil 1970 (2021)
N/A
poster
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7.5
/29/
20
/1/
70
/1/

Gods of Brazil: Pelé & Garrincha (2002)
Documentary telling the story of legendary Brazilian footballers Pelé and Garrincha, whose emergence following Brazil's defeat at home in the 1950 World Cup Final heralded the dawn of a golden age of football for the country. But while one man became known as the world's greatest footballer, the other died a broken alcoholic at the age of 49.
poster
?
8.2
/83/

Dare To Dream: The Story of the U.S. Women's Soccer Team (2007)
Documentary chronicling the rise of U.S. women's soccer. Mia Hamm, Julie Foudy, and other players of note are profiled.
poster
67
?
6.9
/141/
70
/3/
60
/4/
3.5
/226/

Born To Be Blind (2003)
Three blind sisters, Regina, Maria and Conceição, earn their living by singing in front of churches, in Brazil... They tell their amazing stories, full of drama, heartache, rape, poverty, death and hope.
poster
69
?
7.1
/23/
50
/3/
85
/2/
3.5
/352/

Subterrâneos do Futebol (1965)
The practices of football in Brazil and the issues surrounding the sport. Press, players as a commodity, the popular passion, the practice on the fields of várzea. The statements of Luiz Carlos de Freitas, a young promise of Palmeiras, and Feola's coach, as well as an interview with Pelé.
poster
?
5.1
/15/
50
/2/

The Winning Spirit (2012)
Three interwoven stories: that of a young man who longs to be a champion of the Santos Laguna soccer team; that of a leader of the fan club who is overcome by despair when he loses his life-long job; and that of one of the team managers who finds out he has a terminal illness. Through these specifics, the story of the successful career of the Santos Laguna as a symbol of a region of Guerrero with lots of heart unfolds.
poster
51
?
6.5
/380/
42
/8/
48
/4/

The Art of Football from A to Z (2006)
Funnyman John Cleese leads viewers through an exhaustive -- and hilarious -- tour of the world of soccer, complete with the sport's most memorable goals, kicks, saves, goofs and penalties. Also included are reflections on soccer's impact on culture, including the Monty Python sketch "Philosophy Football," and interviews with celebrities Dave Stewart, Dennis Hopper and Henry Kissinger, as well as soccer icons Pelé, Mia Hamm and Thierry Henry.
poster
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70
/1/
70
/1/

50 Anos do Tri (2020)
In 2020, we celebrated 50 years of winning the Tri, won at the Mexico World Cup in 1970. The film portrays the backstage of that title, the political and social context of Brazil at the time and how that selection of superstars marked the lives of many people. To tell the story of this achievement, different names in different spheres of Brazilian and Mexican society.
poster
61
?
6.8
/119/
55
/5/

This Is Pelé (1974)
N/A
poster
?
7.4
/38/
43
/3/
70
/6/

O Rei Pelé (1962)
The story of Pelé, from his birth to his rise as one of the most prominent players in both Brazilian and worldwide soccer.
poster
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7.1
/26/
10
/1/

A Marcha (1972)
A large protest march of escaped slaves is an episode in the history of Chico Bondade and Boaventura, who had already become legendary for their difficult and daring missions.
poster
46
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5.4
/154/
41
/7/
43
/6/

Ecco (1963)
A documentary highlighting some of the oddest, strangest and more grotesque examples of human behavior. Included are a tour of the Grand Guignol theater in Paris, a man who sticks long needles through his body, reindeer being castrated, and footage of lesbians and strippers.
poster
71
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8.0
/1680/
67
/4/
69
/7/

The Referee (2010)
Swedish soccer referee Martin Hansson had a successful journey towards his big dream in life, the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Then one dark night in Paris on November 18th, 2009, all hell broke loose.
poster
?
20
/1/

Pelé - A Origem (2017)
N/A
poster
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10
/1/

Superstição e Futebol (1969)
Religious beliefs linked to football.
poster
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7.7
/19/
95
/2/

Jair Rodrigues - Let Them Talk (2023)
Jair Rodrigues, the portrait of an artist from a Brazil so close and yet so distant.


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