Follow the journey of Generation Game from page to screen — production milestones, announcements, and stories from behind the scenes.
We're thrilled to announce that Generation Game — the feel-good football comedy set in Birmingham's Black Country, 1981 — has officially entered development. Based on Andy Dale's novel 'Just 14', the project brings together a rich story of family, friendship, and a Christmas tracksuit that tears two brothers apart.
The screenplay, now in great shape, captures the warmth, humour, and community spirit of a multiracial Birmingham neighbourhood at the height of Aston Villa's 1980/81 First Division title-winning season. Three generations. Fourteen players. One unforgettable Christmas.
We are actively seeking production partners, co-producers, and investors who share our passion for authentic British storytelling. If you'd like to be part of the journey, visit our Investor Info page or get in touch directly.
In 2022, Mockingbird Co' filmed the very first promotional trailer for Just 14 The Movie — a real, on-screen taster of the project built from an earlier script. Watch it now and see where Generation Game began.
Writer Claire Bennett has delivered a screenplay in great shape, refining the central family drama and sharpening the comedy beats that run through the film's three-generation story.
Early readers of the screenplay have drawn comparisons to Fever Pitch, Bend it Like Beckham, and Gregory's Girl — placing Generation Game firmly in the tradition of beloved British feel-good cinema.
Generation Game is based on Andy Dale's novel 'Just 14' — a deeply personal story rooted in the author's own experience growing up in Birmingham during Aston Villa's greatest season.
Whether you're press, a producer, or a passionate supporter of British cinema — we'd love to hear from you.
