The spirit of sportsmanship lives on even when the athlete doesn’t. To celebrate their craft and passion, we have compiled some of the best sports movies to really get you moving and in the spirit to start your own growth montage. The following films are from a full range of sports, including but not limited to basketball, cricket, wrestling, tennis, and boxing. So without any further ado, here are some of the sports films you have to check out.
Best Sports Movies
Hustle
After finding a player who has been excelling against all odds, Adam Sandler’s character transports him in the world of basketball glory and promises him the NBA, if only they are able to prove that they are worth it. It is a dramatic and stark shift for the actor who embodies this role perfectly and showcases his expansive range. Stream the film now on Netflix.
Chak De! India
Following a disgraced player Kabir Khan, he is tasked with coaching the Indian Women’s Hockey Team. They are from all parts of the country where language has definitely become a barrier but so is culture. Having their own distinct personalities, Kabir Khan has to amalgamate them into a single unit ready to defeat the other teams on the roster. Stream the film now on Amazon Prime Video.
King Richard
Serena and Venus Williams are household names, but their father, Richard Williams, was the guiding force in their lives, becoming a beacon for sportsmanship and glory. This film follows his life and his drive to get both his daughters into the Tennis space, making them the most prolific athletes of their time, breaking the glass ceiling over and over again. Stream the film now on Amazon Prime Video.
Eddie the Eagle
When the jovial kid Michael ‘Eddie’ Edwards decides to become a ski jumper, the entire universe conspires against him. When his confidence is just about to wane, he comes across Bronson, and the duo make up an unlikely partnership with the former holding Eddie back from doing something destructive and clearing his chances of representing Great Britain. Stream the film now on Disney+ Hotstar.
MS Dhoni The Untold Story
Captain Cool had a whole life before he decided to be the prolific sportsperson we know him to be now. Starting with football and accidentally discovering the sport of cricket, this film explores his journey as an adolescent and then as the captain of the Indian Cricket Team, making difficult choices. Stream the film now on Disney+ Hotstar.
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Rush
Formula 1 racing can get dramatic, and this film proves just that. James Hunt and Niki Lauda play polar opposite characters who live polar opposite lives. Their rivalry during the 70s was entertaining then and with this film documenting certain aspects of it makes it entertaining even now. Crash and burns happen, but it only depends on who’s able to get back up again. Stream the film on Netflix.
Creed
Years after Rocky Balboa defeated Apollo Creed, the latter’s son decides to follow in his footsteps and become a boxer. Avoiding skirmishes with the law and working hard at a corporate job before making the big shift, the only thing Adonis needs right now is a mentor and he finds that in Rocky. Their unlikely partnership and love for the sport become central to the story. Stream the film now on Amazon Prime Video.
Dangal
Mahavir Singh was a national-level wrestler before he was asked to come back home and take care of his farm, deciding that he would pass on this legacy to his sons. But since the universe gifted him with daughters, he was left listless until an event changed his entire perspective of the sport, championing his daughters. Stream the film now on Apple TV+.
Battle of the Sexes
Chronicling the intense match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs, dubbed the Battle of the Sexes, this tennis match became the most televised one across the world. While King was championing for equality for female players in the sport for pay and honour, Riggs was trying to figure out how to fight his way back to glory, seeing this as an opportunity. Stream now on Apple TV+.
Rise
Following the origin story of Giannis Antetokounmpo, this film looks at the family’s emigration from Nigeria to Greece and then the rise of three of the brothers to the top to become the first draft pick for the NBA. Playing from rain-soaked courts to helping their mother and father, this film talks about their coming up in the most unconventional way. Stream the film now on Disney+ Hotstar.
Shaolin Soccer
Six best friends come back together after their intense training in Shaolin Kung-Fu to transfer their skills to a game they have never played before. While that takes skill and technique, it also takes vigour because they have to play against one of the most ruthless team never before defeated. Stream this film now on Amazon Prime Video.
The Karate Kid (1984)
A martial arts expert, Mr. Miyagi takes a young Daniel LaRusso under his wing to help him defeat his bullies, but along the way, he ignites a talent he never thought to pursue. However, it is not all that simple as high school and friends get in the way of being his best version through this sport. But Mr. Miyagi does not disappoint and makes him one of the best Karate practitioners in the town. Stream the film now on Netflix.
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