Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives is a 2025 Italian sports comedy film directed by Alessio Maria Federici. The screenplay is written by Giulio Carrieri and Michele Bertini Malgarini, in collaboration with Fantacalcio. The film stars Giacomo Ferrara, Silvia D’Amico, Francesco Russo, Enrico Borello, Antonio Bannò, and Caterina Guzzanti.
Exclusively streaming on Netflix beginning August 27, 2025, the story follows a group of longtime friends obsessed with their fantasy football (soccer) league, “Mai una gioia” (Never a Joy). When reigning champ Gianni disappears on his wedding day—also the final day of the league—his best friend Simone becomes a suspect.
A sarcastic judge leads a chaotic investigation that pulls the entire league into the mystery. From group chat drama to darkly comic interrogations, the film hilariously shows how fantasy sports can bring out the worst in friendships.
Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives Age Rating
Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives is rated TV-MA for strong language, sexual references, and crude humor. Below is a spoiler-free content breakdown to help parents decide whether it’s suitable for teens or older viewers:
Violence & Peril
There is no graphic violence, but the film includes scenes of verbal aggression, shouting matches, and a chaotic group dynamic. Some characters make over-the-top threats or joke about harming others (not meant to be taken seriously). The mystery of a missing person adds mild tension, but nothing disturbing is shown on screen.
Language
Strong profanity is used throughout the film in both Italian and English subtitles. Expect frequent use of adult language, insults, and crude slang in group chat messages and dialogue.
Sexual Content
There are sexual references and jokes, especially during conversations between male characters. While there is no nudity or explicit scenes, the humor often leans into raunchy territory. Themes around bachelor parties and romantic relationships are played for laughs in an adult context.
Alcohol & Drug Use
Social drinking is shown in casual and party settings. There may be brief references to partying or hangovers but no depiction of drug use.
Is Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives Suitable for Teens?
Ages 10–13: Not suitable. The mature jokes, strong language, and sexual references are inappropriate for pre-teens or young teens.
Ages 14–17: Caution advised. Older teens might understand the humor, but parents should know the film leans heavily into adult content and sarcasm. It’s best suited for mature teens 16+ who are familiar with edgy comedies and fantasy sports culture.
Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives is clearly made for an adult audience and may be too crude or mature for most teen viewers.
What Parents Should Know
This film is a satire of male friendship and sports obsession, but it uses strong language and crude humor throughout.
It may appeal to older teens who enjoy buddy comedies or European humor, but the content isn’t toned down for younger audiences.
If your teen watches, consider discussing the social dynamics and peer pressure depicted in the group chat scenes and interrogations.
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FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives?
A: The film is rated TV-MA for strong language and mature content.
Q: Is Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives suitable for teens?
A: Generally no. It’s intended for adults and may not be appropriate for teens under 17 due to crude humor and strong language.
Q: Does the film include graphic violence?
A: No. The film has verbal conflict and mystery tension, but no graphic or physical violence.
Q: Is there sexual content or nudity?
A: No nudity, but there are many sexual jokes and suggestive dialogue.
Q: Where can I watch the film?
A: Fantasy Football Ruined Our Lives is available exclusively on Netflix starting August 27, 2025.