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Fever Pitch (1997)

A romantic comedy about a man, a woman and a football team. Based on Nick Hornby's best selling autobiographical novel, Fever Pitch. English teacher Paul Ashworth believes his long standing obsession with Arsenal serves him well. But then he meets Sarah. Their relationship develops in tandem with Arsenal's roller coaster fortunes in the football league, both leading to a nail biting climax.

  • Comedy
  • Romance

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Colin FirthColin FirthPaul Ashworth
  • Photo of Ruth GemmellRuth GemmellSarah Hughes
  • Photo of Mark StrongMark StrongSteve
  • Photo of Holly AirdHolly AirdJo
  • Photo of Ken StottKen StottTed, the Headmaster
  • Photo of Stephen ReaStephen ReaRay, the Governor
  • Photo of Neil PearsonNeil PearsonPaul's Dad
  • Photo of Lorraine AshbourneLorraine AshbournePaul's Mum
  • Photo of Luke AikmanLuke AikmanYoung Paul
  • Photo of Bea GuardBea GuardPaul's Sister

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