For the Matches (1980) film poster — UK streaming guide

Where to watch For the Matches (1980) in the UK

For the Matches (1980) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

In Eastern Finland, in Liperi to be exact, Anna-Liisa Ihalainen asks her husband Antti to get some matches from the Ihalainen household. Unfortunately that trip takes a little longer than expected...

  • Film
  • 1980
  • 100 min
  • ★ 6.3/10 TMDB
  • Comedy
  • Adventure
  • History

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Cast & crew

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DirectorsRisto Orko, Leonid Gaidai
WritersLeonid Gaidai, Risto Orko, Vladlen Bakhnov

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