Synopsis
1986 FIFA World Cup Official Film. Mexico had just recovered from a devastating earthquake, but the nation put on a great tournament and Argentina, inspired by Maradona, justified "favourite" status. Eighty-six minutes of football magic from numerous world stars, including Diego Maradona, Gary Lineker, Michel Platini, Socrates, Rummenigge, Sanchez, Laudrup and many others. Michael Caine narrates this, the official FIFA coverage.
Our family guide
Best from age 6- 76 Audience · 22 · 100%
This official FIFA documentary chronicles the 1986 World Cup in Mexico, a tournament that showcased many global football stars. Argentina, led by the legendary Maradona, ultimately triumphed in a memorable display of skill and teamwork.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 1/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 0/10
- Scary moments
- 1/10
Heads up
- Brief moments of intense competition and player frustration.
- Some archival footage may show historical cigarette advertisements.
What it models well
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Sportsmanship and fair play
- Perseverance and dedication
- Cultural celebration
Talk about it after
- The importance of teamwork in achieving goals.
- How different cultures come together through sports.
- The role of athletes as heroes and role models.
- Dealing with wins and losses gracefully.
Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for Hero. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.
Where to watch
Free with ads
- SBS On Demand
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Top billed cast
Director: Tony Maylam • Crew: Tony Maylam
Trailers & clips
HERO: THE OFFICIAL FILM OF THE 1986 WORLD CUP - (1987) Video Trailer
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