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Heading For Glory (1975): Cast

Heading For Glory (1975) movie poster

Heading For Glory is a 1975 documentary directed by Michael Samuelson, starring Joss Ackland. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes.

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Heading For Glory (1975) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Heading For Glory About?

The premise of Heading For Glory without spoilers.

The 1974 World Cup final in West Germany marked the rise of “Total Football,” showcased by a stylish Dutch side captained by Johan Cruyff. After dominating every opponent, the Dutch met a resolute West German team in the showdown. Under Franz Beckenbauer’s leadership, the hosts secured a tense 2‑1 win, clinching the championship.

Heading For Glory Themes & Keywords

· 7 tags
  • year in title
  • 20th century
  • 1970s
  • reenactment
  • world cup
  • soccer
  • number in title
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Cast & crew

Heading For Glory Cast

Joss Ackland stars in Heading For Glory. Directed by Michael Samuelson.

Details

Heading For Glory Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Heading for Glory The Official Film of 1974 FIFA World Cup Germany” and “1974 Fifa World Cup - Germania Ovest”.

Also known as
  • Heading for Glory The Official Film of 1974 FIFA World Cup Germany
  • 1974 Fifa World Cup - Germania Ovest
  • Copa do Mundo da FIFA de 1974 - Heading For Glory
  • 荣耀之战-1974年世界杯官方纪录片
  • Rumbo a la Gloria

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Heading For Glory FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Heading For Glory, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Heading For Glory?

Heading For Glory runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Heading For Glory released?

Heading For Glory was released on January 30, 1975.

Who directed Heading For Glory?

Heading For Glory was directed by Michael Samuelson.

Who is in the cast of Heading For Glory?

Heading For Glory stars Joss Ackland.

Does Heading For Glory have a post-credit scene?

No. Heading For Glory has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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