The 99’ers is an upcoming Netflix Original sports drama directed by Nicole Kassell, based on the real-life events of the USWNT at the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup. Filming has officially wrapped, and the movie made a massive splash at the 2026 Netflix Upfronts — with the real-life Mia Hamm and other legendary squad members taking the stage to generate excitement for the project. whats-on-netflix
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The 99’ers on Netflix: Key Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Title | The 99’ers |
| Director | Nicole Kassell |
| Screenplay | Katie Lovejoy, Dana Stevens, Jamee Decio, Peter Hedges |
| Producer | Ryan Reynolds, Liza Chasin (3dot Productions) |
| Filming | April–May 2026 (New Jersey) |
| Expected Release | 2027 (Netflix) |
| Genre | Sports Drama / Biographical |
What Is It About?
The film follows the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team who, in the sweltering summer heat, took on tournament favourites China in the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup final. In front of a packed stadium of 93,000 fans, the USWNT took the Chinese team to a dramatic penalty shootout, captivating millions of fans worldwide, inspiring the next generation of young stars, and forever changing the landscape of the women’s game.
The 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup remains one of sport’s most iconic moments — and the image of Brandi Chastain on her knees after scoring the winning penalty is one of the most reproduced photographs in sports history. Netflix bringing this story to a global audience in 2027, timed with the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil, is inspired programming.
The 99’ers: Star-Studded Cast
Emily Bader will play Mia Hamm, while Zoey Deutch takes on the role of Marla Messing, the US Women’s Soccer executive who oversaw the 1999 World Cup’s success. Emilia Jones (CODA) plays midfielder Julie Foudy, and Alessandro Nivola (The Brutalist) portrays head coach Tony DiCicco.
Additional cast includes Julia McDermott as Brandi Chastain, Shaunette Renée Wilson (Black Panther) as goalkeeper Briana Scurry, Perry Mattfeld as Michelle Akers, Lizzy Greene as Kristine Lilly, and Isabelle Fuhrman (Orphan) as Joy Fawcett.
It’s a remarkable ensemble — and one that signals Netflix is taking this story very seriously. For more on upcoming Netflix releases and sports entertainment news, follow Technosports.
FAQs
Q: When will The 99’ers release on Netflix?
The 99’ers is confirmed for a 2027 Netflix release, most likely timed to coincide with the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil.
Q: Who plays Mia Hamm in Netflix’s The 99’ers?
Emily Bader, known from Netflix’s People We Meet on Vacation and My Lady Jane, has been cast to play the iconic USWNT star Mia Hamm in the film.
