Take the Ball, Pass the Ball
- Documentary
Take the Ball, Pass the Ball is the definitive story of the greatest football team ever assembled. For four explosive years, Pep Guardiola's Barça produced the greatest football in history, seducing fans around the world. In this exclusive, first-hand account of events between 2008 and 2012, the players themselves reveal the tension of the bitter Guardiola-Mourinho rivalry, the emotion of Abidal's fight back from cancer to lift the European Cup and how Messi, the best footballer the world's ever seen, was almost rejected by Barça as a 13-year-old.
Take the Ball, Pass the Ball is a documentary that chronicles Pep Guardiola's legendary Barcelona team between 2008 and 2012, widely considered the greatest football team ever assembled. Through first-hand accounts from the players themselves, the film reveals the intense rivalries, personal triumphs, and the story of how Lionel Messi nearly didn't make it at the club. Released in November 2018, it's an essential watch for football fans seeking an inside look at an era that redefined the sport.
When does Take the Ball, Pass the Ball come out?
Where to watch
Streaming availability in United States
United StatesNot available on any tracked streaming service in United States right now.
Available in: Angola · Argentina · Austria · Australia · Belgium · Burkina Faso · +50 more
Take the Ball, Pass the Ball is streaming in another region
Available to stream in Belgium Bulgaria Czechia Denmark+12 more— but not in United States.
Belgium
Bulgaria
Czechia
Denmark
Connect to one of those regions and stream it from where you are.
Most streaming services restrict VPN use in their terms. Use at your own discretion. Contains an affiliate link.
In cinemas
Theatrical release in United States
No date confirmed for United States yet · Earliest worldwide: Wide release in Spain
SpainTheatrical dates from TMDB. Cinema chain links go to the official websites for showtimes and bookings — check there for the actual showtimes near you.
Rent or buy
Digital purchase & rental in United States
Where to watch Take the Ball, Pass the Ball by country
United Kingdom
Greece
Germany
France
Italy
Canada
Australia
BrazilTop cast
Follow an actor to track their next projects
Pep GuardiolaSelf
Lionel MessiSelf
XaviSelf
Andrés IniestaSelf
Gerard PiquéSelf
Sergio BusquetsSelf
Carles PuyolSelf
Thierry HenrySelf
Samuel Eto'oSelf
Víctor ValdésSelf
Jordi CruyffSelf
Charly RexachSelf
Eric AbidalSelf
Dani AlvesSelf
Eiður GuðjohnsenSelf
Featurette
Take The Ball, Pass The Ball: trailer for documentary on Barcelona's Guardiola years
Related & spin-offs
Other titles fans of Take the Ball, Pass the Ball tend to follow.
Take the Ball, Pass the Ball — frequently asked
When was Take the Ball, Pass the Ball released?
The documentary was released on November 7, 2018.
What time period does the film cover?
The documentary focuses on Barcelona's dominant period between 2008 and 2012 under Pep Guardiola's management.
Who features in the film?
The players from that era provide first-hand accounts, including coverage of key figures like Lionel Messi, Éric Abidal, and the famous Guardiola-Mourinho rivalry.
Where can I watch Take the Ball, Pass the Ball?
As a 2018 release, the film is available on various streaming and rental platforms; check your local streaming services for current availability.
Comments(0)
No comments yet. Be the first.