Is ‘Bend It Like Beckham’ on Netflix? Where to Watch the Beloved Sports Comedy-Drama Ahead of Its Sequel

Like a perfectly curled corner kick that swooshes just past the goalie’s fingertips, some stories in film leave us breathless and yearning for more. Picture the clash of tradition and teenage rebellion, soccer balls dancing like Shakespearean sonnets on the pitch, Bend It Like Beckham, the iconic 2002 movie blending sport and culture, has been sparking joy and laughter for decades. But where can one catch this classic hit before its sequel kicks off?

Think of it like spotting your favorite striker on the team sheet after years away, equal parts excitement and disbelief. Just when you thought you had lost track of where to find this gem, it sprints right back into view, and Bend It Like Beckham is rounding about to do just that.  

Bend It Like Beckham’s vintage soccer charm in back online

For all those eager to lace up their virtual cleats and watch Bend It Like Beckham, good news lands in the UK: the beloved film will be available on Netflix starting August 15, 2025. This marks the first time the movie joins the streaming giant there, offering a fresh doorway to relive Jess and Jules’ story set against the backdrop of cultural expectations and soccer dreams. However, availability remains regional, so global fans might want to check local platforms since Netflix access can vary.

Excitingly, the movie’s director Gurinder Chadha has confirmed the long-awaited sequel is officially in development, aiming for a 2027 release to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the original film. While plot details remain a secret guarded tighter than a last-minute penalty shootout, Chadha hopes to bring back Keira Knightley, Parminder Nagra, and the rest of the original cast. She is crafting a script that will give each character meaningful arcs and keep the spirit of the original alive.

If cinema is a league, women’s soccer has just scored a 90th-minute winner, and the stadium is still roaring.

Full time whistle? Not yet for Bend It Like Beckham

The timing for this sequel could not be more perfect. This comes when women’s soccer is thrumming stronger than ever, with the Lionesses inspiring crowds across Europe and beyond. Chadha points out the broader cultural change in the acceptance and celebration of women’s football, a theme at the heart of Bend It Like Beckham’s charm. Watching the new movie might well be like scoring a hat trick against stereotypes, combining humor, heart, and some cheeky footwork on the field.

So whether you want to revisit that unbeatable combo of humor, identity, or just wish you could wash off the replacement of Kiera Knightley in the Netflix Pride and Prejudice, or are just now discovering Jess and Jules’ adventures, get ready to stream it on Netflix UK this August and keep an eye on 2027 for the sequel. Until then, it is a perfect time to dust off those vintage soccer boots and “bend it” one more time on screen, celebrating a movie that is as timeless as it is joyful.

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