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.

Directed by Nicole Kassell

Cast

Emily Bader

Mia Hamm

Zoey Deutch

Marla Messing

Emilia Jones

Julie Foudy

Alessandro Nivola

Tony DiCicco

Julia McDermott

Brandi Chastain

Shaunette Renée Wilson

Briana Scurry

Perry Mattfeld

Michelle Akers

Annabel O'Hagan

Carla Overbeck

Lizzy Greene

Kristine Lilly

Isabelle Fuhrman

Joy Fawcett

Josh Charles

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