Fever Pitch (1997)

Name: Fever Pitch
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Released: 1997
Duration: 102 min
Cast: Colin Firth, Ruth Gemmell, Mark Strong, Holly Aird, Ken Stott

1h 42m United Kingdom

Comedy Romance

Plot

In this romantic comedy, we follow English teacher Paul Ashworth, whose life revolves around his devotion to Arsenal football club. However, everything changes when he crosses paths with Sarah, igniting a new passion. As their romance blossoms, it intertwines with the unpredictable ups and downs of Arsenal's performance in the league, ultimately culminating in a tense, heart-pounding finale that tests both his love for the team and his relationship. Based on Nick Hornby's acclaimed autobiographical work, the story captures the intertwining of love and football in a unique way.

Cast

Colin Firth Ruth Gemmell Mark Strong Holly Aird Ken Stott Stephen Rea Neil Pearson Lorraine Ashbourne Luke Aikman Bea Guard Richard Claxton Charles Cork Bob Curtiss David Hounslow Peter Quince