The 99'ers

U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team, who, in 1999, under the scorching summer sun and in a stadium filled with 93,000 fans, defied the odds to emerge victorious in a dramatic penalty kick shootout against China in the World Cup final. This monumental win captivated millions worldwide and forever altered the course of women’s sports.

Genres
Drama, History
Director
Nicole Kassell

Casting

Interesting facts

The 99'ers is an upcoming American biographical sports drama film following the United States women's national soccer team during the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Production

In April 2025, it was announced that Nicole Kassell would direct The 99'ers from a script by Katie Lovejoy, Dana Stevens, and Peter Hedges; Netflix was set to distribute.

In January 2026, Emily Bader and Zoey Deutch signed on to star. In February 2026, Emilia Jones and Alessandro Nivola joined the cast. In March 2026, Julia McDermott, Shaunette Renee Wilson, Perry Mattfeld, Annabel O'Hagan, Lizzy Greene, and Isabelle Fuhrman rounded out the cast.

Principal photography began on April 9, 2026 in New Jersey, with John Guleserian as the cinematographer.

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