

Written in the Stars
2023, English. Directed by Ben Jones & Simon Bisset & Eddie Mallina-Rourke & Caio Correa.
Narrated by Welsh actor and football-fan, Michael Sheen, 'Written in the Stars' is the official film of the first FIFA World Cup to be held in the Arab World. The tournament was historic, unique and dramatic, culminating in one of the most unforgettable Finals in the history of sport. Argentina won their third trophy and Lionel Messi was crowned as the greatest player in history.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Ben JonesDirector
- Simon BissetDirector
- Eddie Mallina-RourkeDirector
- Caio CorreaDirector
- Michael SheenNarrator (voice)
- Ángel Di MaríaSelf
- Kylian MbappéSelf
- Lionel MessiSelf
- Lionel ScaloniSelf
- Emiliano MartínezSelf
- Hervé RenardSelf
- Diego MaradonaSelf(archive footage)
- PeléSelf (archive footage)
- Cristiano RonaldoSelf
- Virgil van DijkSelf
Details
- Released
- 24 March 2023
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Tom Hillier
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How long is Written in the Stars?
Written in the Stars runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
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Which OTT platform is Written in the Stars on?
Written in the Stars isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 24 March 2023. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Written in the Stars?
If you liked Written in the Stars, try Lionel Messi: Destiny, Maradona by Kusturica, Facing Ali.
Who directed Written in the Stars?
Written in the Stars (2023) was directed by Ben Jones and Simon Bisset and Eddie Mallina-Rourke and Caio Correa and stars Michael Sheen, Ángel Di María, Kylian Mbappé.