Little Giants

Little Giants has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in Australia on Foxtel Now. A tight runtime that never overstays its welcome. 476 people have weighed in on TMDB, and the verdict leans heavily positive. Rick Moranis leads a cast with real comic timing. Available now on Foxtel Now — press play and find out why people keep recommending it.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, Little Giants is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Little Giants from the crowd. When Danny O'Shea's daughter is cut from the Peewee football team just for being a girl, he decides to form his own team, composed of other ragtag players who were also cut. Can his team really learn enough to beat the elite team, coached by his brother, a former pro player? Rick Moranis and Ed O'Neill lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 1994. What keeps Little Giants from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. It knows exactly what it is, and does not try to be anything else.

Comedy fans looking for a reliably funny watch will find it in Little Giants. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Rick Moranis's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.