The Match (1999)
The Match is a 1999 comedy movie directed by Mick Davis, with a running time of 1h 35m. It stars Max Beesley, Isla Blair and James Cosmo.
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.
Quick answers
What is The Match about?
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.
When was The Match released?
The Match was released on 13 August 1999.
How long is The Match?
The Match runs 1h 35m.
Who made The Match?
The Match was directed by Mick Davis.
Cast
- Max Beesley as Wullie Smith
- Isla Blair as Sheila Bailey
- James Cosmo as Billy Bailey
- Richard E. Grant as Gorgeous Gus
- Laura Fraser as Rosemary Bailey
- Ian Holm as Big Tam
- David Hayman as Scrapper
- Tom Sizemore as Buffalo
- Neil Morrissey as Piss Off
- David O'Hara as Mechanic
- Iain Robertson as Danny Van Boy
- Michael Nardone as Dingus