

Fever Pitch (1997)
A romantic comedy about a man, a woman and a football team. Based on Nick Hornby's best selling autobiographical novel, Fever Pitch. English teacher Paul Ashworth believes his long standing obsession with Arsenal serves him well. But then he meets Sarah. Their relationship develops in tandem with Arsenal's roller coaster fortunes in the football league, both leading to a nail biting climax.
Cast

Colin Firth
Paul Ashworth

Ruth Gemmell
Sarah Hughes

Mark Strong
Steve

Holly Aird
Jo

Ken Stott
Ted, the Headmaster

Stephen Rea
Ray, the Governor

Neil Pearson
Paul's Dad

Lorraine Ashbourne
Paul's Mum

Charles Cork
Rex

David Hounslow
Man at Reading

Annette Ekblom
Robert's Mother

Silas Carson
Indian Waiter

AG. Longhurst
Taxi Driver

Philip Bond
Turnstile Operator

Nick Hornby
School Football Coach (uncredited)