Bend It Like Beckham 2002

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Jess Bhamra, the daughter of a strict Indian couple in London, is not permitted to play organized soccer, even though she is 18. When Jess is playing for fun one day, her impressive skills are seen by Jules Paxton, who then convinces Jess to play for her semi-pro team. Jess uses elaborate excuses to hide her matches from her family while also dealing with her romantic feelings for her coach, Joe.

Parminder Nagra

as Jesminder 'Jess' Kaur Bhamra

Keira Knightley

as Juliette 'Jules' Paxton

Anupam Kher

as Mr. Bhamra

Shaheen Khan

as Mrs. Bhamra

Archie Panjabi

as Pinky Bhamra

Frank Harper

as Alan Paxton

Juliet Stevenson

as Paula Paxton

Shaznay Lewis

as Mel

Ameet Chana

as Tony

Director:

Gurinder Chadha

Writer:

Guljit Bindra, Paul Mayeda Berges, Gurinder Chadha

Genres:

Comedy,Drama,Romance

Release Date:

2002 (U.S.A)

Run Time:

112 min

MMPA Rating:

PG-13

Critics Reviews

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Lena Moore ★ TOP CRITIC
Director of “Midnight Mercy”

“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”

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Bradley Vance ★ TOP CRITIC
Screenwriter of “Dust Country”

“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”

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Simone Alvarez ★ TOP CRITIC
Producer of “The Burning Floor”

“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”

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Harold Kim ★ TOP CRITIC
BAFTA-nominated Actor

“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”

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Maya S. ★ TOP CRITIC
Director

“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”

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Chris D. ★ TOP CRITIC
Screenwriter

“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”

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Olivia M. ★ TOP CRITIC
Producer

“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”

Audience Reviews

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Lena M

Incredibly done! Can’t wait to watch it again.

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Marty Tyson

Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.

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Hope Ayala

Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.

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Jeff B.

My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!

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Tyler D.

im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!

Cast & Crew of

Bend It Like Beckham

Directors & Credit Writers

Credit Writers

Cast

Parminder Nagra

as Jesminder 'Jess' Kaur Bhamra

Keira Knightley

as Juliette 'Jules' Paxton

Anupam Kher

as Mr. Bhamra

Shaheen Khan

as Mrs. Bhamra

Archie Panjabi

as Pinky Bhamra

Frank Harper

as Alan Paxton

Juliet Stevenson

as Paula Paxton

Shaznay Lewis

as Mel

Ameet Chana

as Tony

Pooja Shah

as Meena

Paven Virk

as Bubbly

Preeya Kalidas

as Monica

Trey Farley

as Taz

Saraj Chaudhry

as Sonny

Imran Ali

as Gary

Kulvinder Ghir

as Teetu

Harvey Virdi

as Teetu's Mum

Ash Varrez

as Teetu's Dad

Adlyn Ross

as Elderly Aunt

Shobu Kapoor

as Polly

Zohra Sehgal

as Biji

Ace Bhatti

as Nairobi Grandson

Tanveer Ghani

as Video Man

Nina Wadia

as Wedding Guest

Gary Lineker

as Himself

John Barnes

as Himself

Alan Hansen

as Himself

John Motson

as Commentator

Gurinder Chadha

as Woman in Park/Wedding Guest (uncredited)

Simon Clifford

as Cup Final Referee (uncredited)

Ray Donn

as Man at Airport (uncredited)

Andy Harmer

as David Beckham (uncredited)

Jeff Mirza

as Wedding Compere (uncredited)

Panayiota Panteli

as Cup Final Footballer (uncredited)

Gill Penny

as Victoria Beckham (uncredited)

Bill Ridealgh

as Man at Airport (uncredited)

Tony Wood

as Football Supporter (uncredited)

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