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Matchbox the Movie

Matchbox the Movie

Action · Comedy · Adventure · 2026

When a group of former childhood friends reconnect, their reunion takes a wild turn as they stumble upon a dangerous international plot—and must save the world.

Movie details

Matchbox the Movie

“Save the world, bring your friends.”

2026 Action · Comedy · Adventure 2h 7m

Critical arithmetic

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TMDB

7.7 / 10

Community rating

When a group of former childhood friends reconnect, their reunion takes a wild turn as they stumble upon a dangerous international plot—and must save the world.

CriticWise case file

What this film says about your taste.

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The people responsible.

Directed by

Sam Hargrave

Written by

David Coggeshall

John Cena

John Cena

Sean

Jessica Biel

Jessica Biel

Aimee

Arturo Castro

Arturo Castro

Ted

Sam Richardson

Sam Richardson

Crosby

Teyonah Parris

Teyonah Parris

Charmaine

Danai Gurira

Danai Gurira

Helen

Golshifteh Farahani

Golshifteh Farahani

Robbie

Court is in session

Put Matchbox the Movie on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Auteur Devotee

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.