About this release
Directed by David Evans, Fever Pitch stars Colin Firth as a devoted Arsenal supporter whose passion for football strains his romantic relationship. Based on Nick Hornbys memoir, the film blends sports culture with personal reflection on obsession, love and identity. Set against the backdrop of Arsenals 1988 89 season, it captures football fandom as both community and personal fixation. Från IMDB: A sports fans romantic courtship clashes with his obsession with his favorite football team. Detta är en importfilm. De har oftast inte svensk text
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Disc 1
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Fever Pitch (1997)
102 min
ComedyRomance
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.
Credits
Director
David Evans
Writer
Nick Hornby
Cast
Colin Firthas Paul Ashworth
Ruth Gemmellas Sarah Hughes
Mark Strongas Steve
Holly Airdas Jo
Ken Stottas Ted, the Headmaster
Stephen Reaas Ray, the Governor
Neil Pearsonas Paul's Dad
Lorraine Ashbourneas Paul's Mum
Luke Aikmanas Young Paul
Bea Guardas Paul's Sister
Cinematographer
Chris Seager
Composer
Boo Hewerdine
Neill MacColl
Editor
Scott Thomas
Producer
Amanda Posey
Images
Catalogue Info
- Added by
- Matthew Simpson
- Date added
- August 4, 2026