King Otto

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King Otto

Released Mar 25, 2022

1h 20m

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In the summer of 2004, audiences looked on in disbelief as the Greek National Football Team, a country that had never previously won a single match in a major tournament, took down the giants of world football to become the unlikeliest of European Champions. The architect behind this unprecedented triumph was legendary German football coach 'King' Otto Rehhagel. After accomplishing every major success in Germany, he made the bold decision to leave all he knew behind and work in a foreign country with the underachieving Greek National Team. This is the story of how these two contrasting cultures came together to speak the same language and write a new chapter of Greek mythology.

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Peter Rainer

FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles)

It's not a terribly fascinating film from any point of view except sports... But there are a lot of clips of victories and improbable successes, so on that level it's fun.

Mar 30, 2022

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Noel Murray

Los Angeles Times

It’s a great story, crisply told.

Mar 25, 2022

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Ben Kenigsberg

New York Times

Somewhat gratingly, “King Otto” treats its story as a tale of national stereotypes colliding head-to-head.

Mar 24, 2022

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Cris Kennedy

The Canberra Times (Australia)

Marks produces a linear and uncluttered film that focuses undistracted on its subject, resulting in an emotive and memorable little film.

Rated: 3/5

Aug 4, 2022

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Carla Hay

Culture Mix

You don’t have to be a sports fan to enjoy the documentary King Otto, the inspirational story of how German coach Otto Rehhagel transformed Greece's national soccer team from a group on a losing streak into international champions in the 2000s.

May 21, 2022

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Lee Jutton

Film Inquiry

Even if you dont remember Greeces triumph at Euro 2004, youre guaranteed to be moved by King Otto and the way its subjects overcame difficulties and differences to achieve greatness.

Apr 3, 2022

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dave d

You don't have to know much about German turned Greek National Team Coach, Otto Rehhagel or the 2004 European Soccer Championships to get enjoyment out of the fast-paced 'King Otto'. If you desire a good sports documentary and a nice upstart underdog, then you won't mind a little over an hour of good feels. Not perfect, and not in depth, but the Greek film it does what you expect it to: honor the legends who made magic happen! Final Score: 8/10

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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aristidis m

A story about leading a team of the most unlikeliest champions to glory, well done King Otto

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Audience Member

This film warmed my heart. I laughed throughout and cried at the end. Efficient storytelling and a great underdog narrative go a long way. Really loved this movie.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/27/23

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Audience Member

King Otto Movie is a must see for sports fans globally and is so much more than a soccer documentary. It is a heartwarming story that will have you laughing throughout the film and will leave you smiling ear to ear. Bravo Chris being such a superb storyteller and sharing a most incredible story!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/27/23

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Giorgos Karagounis

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In the summer of 2004, audiences looked on in disbelief as the Greek National Football Team, a country that had never previously won a single match in a major tournament, took down the giants of world football to become the unlikeliest of European Champions. The architect behind this unprecedented triumph was legendary German football coach 'King' Otto Rehhagel. After accomplishing every major success in Germany, he made the bold decision to leave all he knew behind and work in a foreign country with the underachieving Greek National Team. This is the story of how these two contrasting cultures came together to speak the same language and write a new chapter of Greek mythology.

Director: Christopher André Marks
Producer: Shani Hinton, Christopher André Marks
Screenwriter: Christopher André Marks
Distributor: MPI Media Group
Production Co: Cinema Nolita
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: Greek
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 25, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 25, 2022
Runtime: 1h 20m
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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