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In the arena of the sports movie, every story can be told. The impossible underdog team that survives a brutal season into the final game. The kid who’s just starting out and the veteran being pulled back into the game, who both share the same odds: Against. Stories of the power of coming together as a selfless team, and myths of individual strength when you remove all the limits. Sports movies make us cheer, laugh, cry, and scream. They even make us think about renewing that gym membership.We’re going all the way to the end zone with our list of the 130 Best Sports Movies of All Time, sorted by Adjusted Tomatometer from at least 25 reviews each. Just about every sport ever played is here: football (Rudy), baseball (Bull Durham), hockey (Miracle), soccer (Bend It Like Beckham), boxing (Rocky), ice skating (I, Tonya). There’s racing: by foot (Without Limits), by car (Talladega Nights), by horse (Seabiscuit). We got fictional sports (Rollerball) and sports we made up through sheer tyranny of will (Murderball). If it’s in the spirit of competition, it’s in this list. Except for sculling. Sorry, Nic.Because this is a Best Sports Movie list, there are no TV movies (we pour one out for Brian’s Song), and nothing rated Rotten — even fan favorites like The Sandlot or Any Given Sunday. Please deal with your rage accordingly before continuing.For the leisure, life, and love of the game, here are the 130 Best Sports Movies of All Time! (And if you’re ready to go the distance, you can purchase the movies on FandangoNow!)GRACIE (2007)61%#130Critics Consensus: Gracie can be rousing and touching in spots, but is ultimately undone by its predictable story arc and a lack of nuance.Synopsis: In 1978, a teenage girl fights to play on the boys' varsity soccer team after her brother, a soccer champion,... [More]Starring: Carly Schroeder, Elisabeth Shue, Dermot Mulroney, Andrew ShueHAPPY GILMORE (1996)61%#129Critics Consensus: Those who enjoy Adam Sandler's schtick will find plenty to love in this gleefully juvenile take on professional golf; those who don't, however, will find it unfunny and forgettable.Synopsis: A failed hockey player turned unconventional golf whiz is determined to win a PGA tournament to save his grandmother's house... [More]Starring: Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen, Frances BayRESURRECTING THE CHAMP (2007)60%#128Critics Consensus: While sluggish in spots, Resurrecting the Champ is a sports/newsroom drama elevated by high-caliber performances by Samuel Jackson, Josh Hartnet, and Alan Alda.Synopsis: Director and co-screenwriter (along with Chris Gerolmo, Allison Burnett, and Michael Bortman) Rod Lurie tells the uplifting tale of a... [More]Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Josh Hartnett, Kathryn Morris, Alan AldaTHE EXPRESS (2008)61%#127Critics Consensus: The Express crosses the goal line as an inspirational sports drama, although fans of the genre will recognize many -- if not most -- of its clichés.Synopsis: Finding Forrester star Rob Brown steps into the cleats of Heisman Trophy-winning gridiron giant Ernie Davis in director Gary Fleder's... [More]Starring: Dennis Quaid, Nelsan Ellis, Rob Brown (VI), Clancy BrownWIMBLEDON (2004)61%#126Critics Consensus: A predictable, bland rom-com, but Bettany proves to be an appealing lead.Synopsis: Peter Colt is an unlucky guy, scoring "love" both professionally and personally. Seeded near the bottom of the world tennis... [More]Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Paul Bettany, Sam Neill, James McAvoyBLUE CRUSH (2002)61%#125Critics Consensus: The surfing sequences are exhilarating, but the plot is pretty forgettable and trite.Synopsis: Nothing gets between Anne Marie and her surfboard. Living in a beach shack with three roommates including her rebellious younger... [More]Starring: Kate Bosworth, Matthew Davis, Michelle Rodriguez, Sanoe LakeTHE GREATEST GAME EVER PLAYED (2005)63%#124Critics Consensus: Despite all the underdog sports movie conventions, the likable cast and lush production values make The Greatest Game Ever Played a solid and uplifting tale.Synopsis: The true story of an upset victory that helped change the sport of golf forever provides the basis for this... [More]Starring: Shia LaBeouf, Stephen Dillane, Elias Koteas, Josh FlitterRACE (2016)61%#123Critics Consensus: Race is nowhere near as thrillingly fleet or agile as its subject, but the story -- and a winning central performance from Stephan James -- are enough to carry it over the finish line.Synopsis: Race is based on the incredible true story of Jesse Owens, the legendary athletic superstar whose quest to become the... [More]Starring: Stephan James, Jason Sudeikis, Jeremy Irons, Carice van HoutenSECRETARIAT (2010)63%#122Critics Consensus: Rousing, heartwarming, and squarely traditional, Secretariat offers exactly what you'd expect from an inspirational Disney drama -- no more, and no less.Synopsis: Based on the Novel "Secretariat: The Making of a Champion" By William Nack, Secretariat chronicles the spectacular journey of the... [More]Starring: Diane Lane, John Malkovich, Dylan Walsh, Dylan BakerBRING IT ON (2000)63%#121Critics Consensus: Despite the formulaic, fluffy storyline, this movie is surprisingly fun to watch, mostly due to its high energy and how it humorously spoofs cheerleading instead of taking itself too seriously.Synopsis: The hard work, dedication, and personal politics behind "rah rah rah!" and "sis boom bah!" go under the microscope in... [More]Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Eliza Dushku, Jesse Bradford, Gabrielle UnionCONCUSSION (2015)59%#120Critics Consensus: Concussion lands a solid, well-acted hit on its impressively timely subject matter, even if its traditional sports drama structure is a little too safe to deserve a full-on dance in the end zone.Synopsis: Based on the true story of the doctor who discovered CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy) in football players, and the uphill... [More]Starring: Will Smith, Alec Baldwin, Albert Brooks, Gugu Mbatha-RawDREAMER: INSPIRED BY A TRUE STORY (2005)64%#119Critics Consensus: Though formulaic, this horse story's saving grace is its strong performances.Synopsis: Ben Crane was once a great horseman, whose gifts as a trainer were now being wasted on making other men's... [More]Starring: Kurt Russell, Dakota Fanning, Kris Kristofferson, Elisabeth ShueCOBB (1994)65%#118Critics Consensus: Tommy Lee Jones's searing performance helps to elevate Cobb above your typical sports biopic; he's so effective, in fact, that some may find the film unpleasant.Synopsis: What does a biographer do when the truth about his subject is far less pleasant than the legend? That is... [More]Starring: Tommy Lee Jones, Robert Wuhl, Lolita Davidovich, Lou MeyersROCKY III (1982)64%#117Critics Consensus: It's noticeably subject to the law of diminishing returns, but Rocky III still has enough brawny spectacle to stand in the ring with the franchise's better entries.Synopsis: Sylvester Stallone returns to the character which made him famous in this wildly successful sequel. Rocky III starts with the... [More]Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Mr. T, Talia Shire, Burt YoungCOACH CARTER (2005)64%#116Critics Consensus: Even though it's based on a true story, Coach Carter is pretty formulaic stuff, but it's effective and energetic, thanks to a strong central performance from Samuel L. Jackson.Synopsis: The true-life story of a coach who tries to teach his players that there's more to life than basketball is... [More]Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Rob Brown (VI), Robert Ri'chard, Rick GonzalezMILLION DOLLAR ARM (2014)65%#115Critics Consensus: Pleasant to a fault, Million Dollar Arm is a middle-of-the-plate pitch that coasts on Jon Hamm's considerable charm without adding any truly original curves to Disney's inspirational sports formula.Synopsis: Based on a true story, Disney's "Million Dollar Arm" follows JB Bernstein, a once-successful sports agent who now finds himself... [More]Starring: Jon Hamm, Aasif Mandvi, Madhur Mittal, Bill PaxtonTHE KARATE KID (2010)66%#114Critics Consensus: It may not be as powerful as the 1984 edition, but the 2010 Karate Kid delivers a surprisingly satisfying update on the original.Synopsis: When a 12-year-old from Detroit moves to China with his mother and incurs the wrath of the class bully at... [More]Starring: Jaden Smith, Jackie Chan, Taraji P. Henson, Zhenwei WangROLLERBALL (1975)68%#113Critics Consensus: In Rollerball, social commentary collides with high-speed action -- and the audience is the winner.Synopsis: In a future world ruled by industrialists, "civilized" society has removed violent activity and a new sport, rollerball, has emerged.... [More]Starring: James Caan, John Houseman, Maud Adams, John BeckFEVER PITCH (2005)65%#112Critics Consensus: While not a home run, Fever Pitch has enough charm and on-screen chemistry between the two leads to make it a solid hit.Synopsis: Nick Hornby's acclaimed memoir about one man's struggle to balance his love of a woman and his love for soccer... [More]Starring: Drew Barrymore, Jimmy Fallon, Jason Spevack, Jack KehlerTIN CUP (1996)70%#111Critics Consensus: Breezy and predictable, Tin Cup is a likeable sports comedy that benefits greatly from Kevin Costner's amiable lead performance.Synopsis: Roy McAvoy (Kevin Costner) is a talented golf pro, who owns his own driving range. That sounds impressive, but the... [More]Starring: Kevin Costner, Rene Russo, Cheech Marin, Don JohnsonALI (2001)67%#110Critics Consensus: Though perhaps no film could fully do justice to the fascinating life and personality of Muhammad Ali, Mann's direction and Smith's performance combine to pack a solid punch.Synopsis: The life story of heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali, following the champ's early days as Cassius Clay and his rise... [More]Starring: Will Smith, Jon Voight, Jamie Foxx, Mario Van PeeblesMORE THAN A GAME (2009)71%#109Critics Consensus: Though the film may not delve as deep as some would prefer, More Than a Game is an inspiring documentary featuring likable youngsters, a positive message, and some exciting in-game footage.Synopsis: Five talented young basketball players from Akron, Ohio star in this remarkable true-life coming of age story about friendship and... [More]Starring: LeBron James, Dru Joyce III, Sian Cotton, Dru Joyce IITHE BLIND SIDE (2009)66%#108Critics Consensus: It might strike some viewers as a little too pat, but The Blind Side has the benefit of strong source material and a strong performance from Sandra Bullock.Synopsis: Taken in by a well-to-do family and offered a second chance at life, a homeless teen grows to become the... [More]Starring: Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton Aaron, Ray McKinnonPERSONAL BEST (1982)72%#107Critics Consensus: Mariel Hemingway has a career-making star turn in this highly physical drama about two Olympic athletes who find each other during competitive training.Synopsis: In 1982, there was a brief cycle of homosexual-relationship films, none of which were successful enough to form the basis... [More]Starring: Mariel Hemingway, Scott Glenn, Patrice Donnelly, Kenny MooreDODGEBALL - A TRUE UNDERDOG STORY (2004)70%#106Critics Consensus: Proudly profane and splendidly silly, Dodgeball is a worthy spiritual successor to the goofball comedies of the 1980s.Synopsis: Directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber, Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story revolves around amiable underachiever Peter LaFleur (Vince Vaughn), whose rundown... [More]Starring: Vince Vaughn, Christine Taylor, Ben Stiller, Rip TornULTIMATE X: THE MOVIE (2002)74%#105Critics Consensus: Taking full advantage of the large IMAX screen, Ultimate X is a thrill ride for extreme sports junkies and novices alike.Synopsis: In August, 2001, the Summer X Games came to the city of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and some of the... [More]Starring: Clifford Adoptante, Brian Deegan, Parks Bonifay, Bob BurnquistGUNNIN' FOR THAT #1 SPOT (2008)74%#104Critics Consensus: Beastie Boy Adam Yauch proves his worth as a director with Gunnin' for That #1 Spot, a fun-filled chronicle of the top high school hoopsters of 2006.Synopsis: On the corner of 155th and Frederick Douglas Boulevard in Harlem lies Rucker Park. By appearances, the concrete pavement, anchored... [More]Starring: Brandon Jennings, Michael Beasley, Tyreke Evans, Kyle SinglerBLADES OF GLORY (2007)70%#103Critics Consensus: Thanks to the spirited performances of a talented cast - particularly Will Ferrell and Jon Heder as rivals-turned-teammates -- Blades of Glory successfully spoofs inspirational sports dramas with inspired abandon.Synopsis: Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, and Will Arnett headline this high-concept comedy concerning two male figure-skating rivals aching to compete despite... [More]Starring: Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, Will Arnett, Amy PoehlerROCKY II (1979)73%#102Critics Consensus: Rocky II is a movie that dares you to root again for the ultimate underdog -- and succeeds due to an infectiously powerful climax.Synopsis: After scoring a personal victory (though a physical defeat) in his "Cinderella" bout with Apollo Creed, Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone)... [More]Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl WeathersINVINCIBLE (2006)72%#101Critics Consensus: As simple and authentic as the gritty South Philly invirons in which it's set in, Invincible sends a uplifting and heartfelt message packed with an athletic enthusiasm that shouldn't be missed.Synopsis: This is the true story of Vince Papale, who became a member of the Philadelphia Eagles football team as a... [More]Starring: Mark Wahlberg, Greg Kinnear, Elizabeth Banks, Kevin ConwayTALLADEGA NIGHTS: THE BALLAD OF RICKY BOBBY (2006)71%#100Critics Consensus: Though it occasionally stalls, Talladega Nights' mix of satire, clever gags, and excellent ensemble performances put it squarely in the winner's circle.Synopsis: When America's number one NASCAR speed-demon is issued a direct challenge from a gay, French Formula One racer with a... [More]Starring: Will Ferrell, John C. Reilly, Sacha Baron Cohen, Gary ColeREMEMBER THE TITANS (2000)73%#99Critics Consensus: An inspirational crowd-pleaser with a healthy dose of social commentary, Remember the Titans may be predictable, but it's also well-crafted and features terrific performances.Synopsis: Based on actual events that took place in 1971, a white southern high school is integrated with black students from... [More]Starring: Denzel Washington, Will Patton, Wood Harris, Ryan HurstCADDYSHACK (1980)74%#98Critics Consensus: Though unabashedly crude and juvenile, Caddyshack nevertheless scores with its classic slapstick, unforgettable characters, and endlessly quotable dialogue.Synopsis: An elite country club has to deal with a brash new member and a gopher intent on destroying their beloved... [More]Starring: Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, Ted Knight, Bill MurrayCOOL RUNNINGS (1993)77%#97Critics Consensus: Cool Runnings rises above its formulaic sports-movie themes with charming performances, light humor, and uplifting tone.Synopsis: Cool Runnings fictionalizes the true story of a bobsledding team from Jamaica making it to the Olympics. The tale begins... [More]Starring: Leon, Doug E. Doug, Rawle D. Lewis, Malik YobaSTOKED: THE RISE AND FALL OF GATOR (2003)81%#96Critics Consensus: The harder they come, the harder they fall -- this film shows, in raw, gripping detail, that even skater dudes can't resist the life of the rich and famous. It's more poignant than hard-core, and gives us a portrait of a life run over by the whims of the entertainment industry.Synopsis: The aggressive style of Mark "Gator" Rogowski (a.k.a. Gator Mark Anthony)--his unpredictable lines, and outrageous personal antics--made him a favorite... [More]Starring: Mark 'Gator' Rogowski, Tony Hawk, Stacy Peralta, Lance MountainTHE PHENOM (2016)79%#95Critics Consensus: Powerfully acted and emotionally affecting, The Phenom proves a baseball movie can step away from the mound and still deliver a heater down the middle.Synopsis: When major-league rookie pitcher Hopper Gibson (Johnny Simmons) can't find the plate, he's sent down to the minor leagues and... [More]Starring: Johnny Simmons, Ethan Hawke, Paul Giamatti, Alison ElliottTHE HAMMER (2007)80%#94Critics Consensus: The Hammer perseveres as both an above-average sports comedy and a perfect starring vehicle for Carolla.Synopsis: Can a guy edging into middle age become a success fighting guys half his age? That's the big question behind... [More]Starring: Adam Carolla, Heather Juergensen, Oswaldo Castillo, Harold House MooreWITHOUT LIMITS (1998)79%#93Critics Consensus: This drama about American track star and hero Steve Prefontaine intelligently looks at the character of this oft mythologized athlete and features a fantastic performance by Donald Sutherland as Prefontaine's trainer.Synopsis: A film about the late Oregon running legend Steve Prefontaine and his coach, Bill Bowerman. Bowerman helped create a generation... [More]Starring: Billy Crudup, Donald Sutherland, Monica Potter, Judith IveyWHITE MEN CAN'T JUMP (1992)76%#92Critics Consensus: White Men Can't Jump provides a fresh take on the sports comedy genre, with a clever script and a charismatic trio of leads.Synopsis: Ron Shelton (Bull Durham) wrote and directed the basketball-oriented seriocomedy White Men Can't Jump. Woody Harrelson plays Billy Hoyle, a... [More]Starring: Wesley Snipes, Woody Harrelson, Rosie Perez, Tyra FerrellRUDY (1993)78%#91Critics Consensus: Though undeniably sentimental and predictable, Rudy succeeds with an uplifting spirit and determination.Synopsis: Since he was a little boy, Rudy Ruttinger (Sean Astin) has idolized the University of Notre Dame and its football... [More]Starring: Sean Astin, Ned Beatty, Jon Favreau, Charles S. DuttonROCKY BALBOA (2006)77%#90Critics Consensus: Implausible but entertaining and poignant, Rocky Balboa finds the champ in fighting form for the first time in years.Synopsis: The greatest underdog story of our time is back for one final round of the Academy Award-winning Rocky franchise. Former... [More]Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Burt Young, Milo Ventimiglia, Geraldine HughesA LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN (1992)78%#89Critics Consensus: Sentimental and light, but still thoroughly charming, A League of Their Own is buoyed by solid performances from a wonderful cast.Synopsis: The All-American Girls' Professional Baseball League was founded in 1943, when most of the men of baseball-playing age were far... [More]Starring: Tom Hanks, Geena Davis, Lori Petty, MadonnaSEABISCUIT (2003)77%#88Critics Consensus: A life-affirming, if saccharine, epic treatment of a spirit-lifting figure in sports history.Synopsis: For his sophomore effort, director Gary Ross re-teams with Tobey Maguire and William H. Macy, stars of his directorial debut... [More]Starring: Tobey Maguire, Jeff Bridges, Chris Cooper, Elizabeth BanksHE GOT GAME (1998)81%#87Critics Consensus: Though not without its flaws, He Got Game finds Spike Lee at or near the top of his late-period game, combining trenchant commentary with his signature visuals and a strong performance from Denzel Washington.Synopsis: Denzel Washington does some of his best work as a prison inmate trying to earn himself an early release by... [More]Starring: Denzel Washington, Ray Allen, Milla Jovovich, Rosario DawsonINVICTUS (2009)76%#86Critics Consensus: Delivered with typically stately precision from director Clint Eastwood, Invictus may not be rousing enough for some viewers, but Matt Damon and Morgan Freeman inhabit their real-life characters with admirable conviction.Synopsis: The film tells the inspiring true story of how Nelson Mandela joined forces with the captain of South Africa's rugby... [More]Starring: Morgan Freeman, Matt Damon, Tony Kgoroge, Patrick MofokengONCE IN A LIFETIME: THE EXTRAORDINARY STORY OF THE NEW YORK COSMOS (2006)81%#85Critics Consensus: You don't have to be a soccer fan to enjoy this stylish, breezy slice of 1970s sports history.Synopsis: While professional soccer is still struggling to find a firm foothold in the United States, in the 1970s the North... [More]Starring: Johann Cruyff, Franz Beckenbauer, Werner Roth, Ahmet ErtegunSTEP INTO LIQUID (2003)81%#84Critics Consensus: A perfect companion piece to The Endless Summer.Synopsis: A documentary which centers on a cross-section of characters who come from many walks of life, but share one thing... [More]Starring: Dana Brown, Dan Malloy, Chris Malloy, Laird HamiltonMIRACLE (2004)80%#83Critics Consensus: Kurt Russell's performance guides this cliche-ridden tale into the realm of inspirational, nostalgic goodness.Synopsis: The inspiring story of the team that transcended its sport and united a nation with a new feeling of hope.... [More]Starring: Kurt Russell, Patricia Clarkson, Noah Emmerich, Sean McCannMCFARLAND USA (2015)80%#82Critics Consensus: Disney's inspirational sports drama formula might be old hat, but McFarland, USA proves it still works -- especially with a talented director and eminently likable star in the mix.Synopsis: From Disney comes MCFARLAND, the true against-all-odds story of the 1987 McFarland high school cross country team in an economically... [More]Starring: Kevin Costner, Maria Bello, Morgan Saylor, Martha HigaredaTHE BOXER (1997)80%#81Critics Consensus: The Boxer is a standard drama that packs a true emotional wallop thanks to the highly tuned central performances.Synopsis: Jim Sheridan (In the Name of the Father) co-scripted (with Terry George) and directed this drama about an Irish professional... [More]Starring: Emily Watson, Daniel Day-Lewis, Brian Cox, Ken StottTHE LONGEST YARD (1974)81%#80Critics Consensus: Equal parts tough and funny, and led by a perfectly cast Burt Reynolds, The Longest Yard has an interesting political subtext and an excellent climax -- even if it takes too long to get there.Synopsis: Ex-football star Paul Crewe (Burt Reynolds) ends up in a prison run by sadistic sports-nut Warden Hazen (Eddie Albert). Strong-armed... [More]Starring: Burt Reynolds, Eddie Albert, Ed Lauter, Michael ConradBEYOND THE MAT (1999)82%#79Critics Consensus: Even if you aren't a fan, Beyond the Mat provides a riveting, perceptive look into the world of professional wrestling by taking a closer look at the people beneath the personas.Synopsis: The carnival world of wrestling is explored through the portraits of three men who are at the end points of... [More]Starring: Barry W. Blaustein, Jesse Ventura, Mick Foley, Terry FunkMAJOR LEAGUE (1989)83%#78Critics Consensus: Major League may be predictable and formulaic, but buoyed by the script's light, silly humor -- not to mention the well-built sports action sequences and funny performances.Synopsis: Sample three beers before selecting your favorite for a pint to enjoy during the movie! Also includes snacks. The new... [More]Starring: Tom Berenger, Charlie Sheen, Corbin Bernsen, Margaret WhittonTHE NATURAL (1984)82%#77Critics Consensus: Though heavy with sentiment, The Natural is an irresistible classic, and a sincere testament to America's national pastime.Synopsis: Nothing was going to stop Roy Hobbs from fulfilling his boyhood dream of baseball superstardom. 14-year-old Hobbs fashions a powerful... [More]Starring: Robert Redford, Robert Duvall, Wilford Brimley, Glenn CloseLOVE AND BASKETBALL (2000)82%#76Critics Consensus: Confident directing and acting deliver an insightful look at young athletes.Synopsis: A young African-American couple navigates the tricky paths of romance and athletics in this drama. Quincy McCall (Omar Epps) and... [More]Starring: Sanaa Lathan, Omar Epps, Dennis Haysbert, Debbi MorganRACING DREAMS (2010)100%#75Critics Consensus: Racing Dreams offers an absorbing peek at the lives of young NASCAR hopefuls that should resonate with racing enthusiasts as well as viewers with no connection to the sport.Synopsis: Racing Dreams follows three kids during a pivotal, career-making or breaking year, who dream of one day racing in NASCAR.Academy... [More]Starring: Annabeth Barnes, Josh Hobson, Brandon WarrenGOON (2012)82%#74Critics Consensus: Goon is a crude slapstick comedy with well-formed characters and a surprising amount of heart.Synopsis: Not content with his job as a bouncer at a local Beantown bar and a bit of an embarrassment to... [More]Starring: Seann William Scott, Liev Schreiber, Jay Baruchel, Alison PillFRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS (2004)81%#73Critics Consensus: An acute survey of the football-obsessed heartland that succeeds as both a stirring drama and a rousing sports movie.Synopsis: A drama that chronicles the entire 1988 season of the Permian High Panthers of Odessa, Texas, with football players, coaches,... [More]Starring: Billy Bob Thornton, Lucas Black, Garrett Hedlund, Derek LukeSLAP SHOT (1977)84%#72Critics Consensus: Raunchy, violent, and very funny, Slap Shot is ultimately set apart by a wonderful comic performance by Paul Newman.Synopsis: Paul Newman plays Reggie Dunlop, the coach of a pathetic minor-league American hockey team. His career at a standstill and... [More]Starring: Paul Newman, Michael Ontkean, Lindsay Crouse, Jennifer Warren42 (2013)80%#71Critics Consensus: 42 is an earnest, inspirational, and respectfully told biography of an influential American sports icon, though it might be a little too safe and old-fashioned for some.Synopsis: Hero is a word we hear often in sports, but heroism is not always about achievements on the field of... [More]Starring: Chadwick Boseman, Harrison Ford, Nicole Beharie, Christopher MeloniTHE ARMSTRONG LIE (2013)81%#70Critics Consensus: Smartly constructed and scathingly sharp, The Armstrong Lie presents an effective indictment of its unscrupulous subject -- as well as the sports culture that spawned him.Synopsis: In 2009 Alex Gibney was hired to make a film about Lance Armstrong's comeback to cycling. The project was shelved... [More]Starring: Lance Armstrong, Reed Albergotti, Betsy Andreu, Frankie AndreuTHE WORLD'S FASTEST INDIAN (2005)82%#69Critics Consensus: Overcomes its formulaic storyline thanks to Anthony Hopkins' warm and endearing portrayal of an age-defying thrill seeker.Synopsis: The true story of a man who never gave up on his dreams of doing something big -- and doing... [More]Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Jessica Cauffiel, Saginaw Grant, Diane LaddCINDERELLA MAN (2005)80%#68Critics Consensus: With grittiness and an evocative sense of time and place, Cinderella Man is a powerful underdog story. And Ron Howard and Russell Crowe prove to be a solid combination.Synopsis: The true story of an athlete who achieved his greatest success against the most daunting odds of his life is... [More]Starring: Russell Crowe, Renée Zellweger, Paul Giamatti, Craig BierkoEDDIE THE EAGLE (2016)82%#67Critics Consensus: Eddie the Eagle's amiable sweetness can't disguise its story's many inspirational clichés -- but for many viewers, it will be more than enough to make up for them.Synopsis: Inspired by true events, Eddie the Eagle is a feel-good story about Michael "Eddie" Edwards (Taron Egerton), an unlikely but... [More]Starring: Taron Egerton, Hugh Jackman, Christopher Walken, Jo HartleyLOOKING FOR ERIC (2010)85%#66Critics Consensus: Ken Loach's latest is an uplifting, entertaining and amusing socio-drama featuring a match-winning performance from Eric Cantona.Synopsis: A man trying to put his life back on track gets some advice from an unexpected benefactor in this comedy... [More]Starring: Steve Evets, Eric Cantona, Stephanie Bishop, Gerard KearnsJERRY MAGUIRE (1996)83%#65Critics Consensus: Anchored by dazzling performances from Tom Cruise, Cuba Gooding Jr., and Renée Zellweger, as well as Cameron Crowe's tender direction, Jerry Maguire meshes romance and sports with panache.Synopsis: Jerry Maguire is a man who knows the score. As a top agent at Sports Management International, Jerry is unquestionably... [More]Starring: Tom Cruise, Cuba Gooding Jr., Renée Zellweger, Kelly PrestonDOWNHILL RACER (1969)84%#64Critics Consensus: Downhill Racer plunges the viewer thrillingly into the action of the sport -- and continues to hold the attention as a thoughtful drama.Synopsis: An ambitious young skier, determined to break all existing records, is contemptuous of the teamwork advocated by the US coach... [More]Starring: Robert Redford, Gene Hackman, Camilla Sparv, Jim McMullanTHE HURRICANE (1999)83%#63Critics Consensus: Thanks in large part to one of Denzel Washington's most powerful on-screen performances, The Hurricane is a moving, inspirational sports drama, even if it takes few risks in telling its story.Synopsis: In 1966, Rubin "Hurricane" Carter was a top-ranked middleweight boxer whom many fight fans expected to become world champion. When... [More]Starring: Denzel Washington, John Hannah, Deborah Kara Unger, Liev SchreiberTHE ROOKIE (2002)84%#62Critics Consensus: A heart-warming sports flick, The Rookie greatly benefits from understated direction and the emotional honesty Dennis Quaid brings to the role of Jim Morris.Synopsis: Jim Morris never made it out of the minor leagues before a shoulder injury ended his pitching career twelve years... [More]Starring: Dennis Quaid, Rachel Griffiths, Jay Hernandez, Brian CoxBIG FAN (2009)86%#61Critics Consensus: Featuring Patton Oswalt's sympathetic portrayal, Big Fan humorously and effectively captures the dark and lonely world of a sports fanatic.Synopsis: Paul Aufiero, a 35-year-old parking garage attendant from Staten Island, is the self-described "world's biggest New York Giants fan." He... [More]Starring: Patton Oswalt, Kevin Corrigan, Marcia Jean Kurtz, Michael RapaportWARRIOR (2011)83%#60Critics Consensus: Warrior relies on many of the clichés that critics of the genre love to mock -- and it transcends them with gripping action, powerful acting, and heart.Synopsis: Haunted by a tragic past, ex-Marine Tommy Conlon (Hardy) returns home for the first time in fourteen years to enlist... [More]Starring: Joel Edgerton, Tom Hardy, Nick Nolte, Jennifer MorrisonTHE OTHER DREAM TEAM (2012)87%#59Critics Consensus: No consensus yet.Synopsis: Led by the unique skills of Sarunas Marciulionis and Arvydas Sabonis, the 1992 Lithuanian Olympic basketball team helped their country... [More]Starring: Chad Ford, Fran Fraschilla, Vladas Garastas, Mickey HartCHARIOTS OF FIRE (1981)84%#58Critics Consensus: Decidedly slower and less limber than the Olympic runners at the center of its story, the film nevertheless manages to make effectively stirring use of its spiritual and patriotic themes.Synopsis: Based on a true story, Chariots of Fire is the internationally acclaimed Oscar-winning drama of two very different men who... [More]Starring: Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, Nigel Havers, Ian HolmTYSON (2009)85%#57Critics Consensus: A fascinating, emotional, and frank confessional from Iron Mike that sheds a sympathetic light on one of boxing's most controversial icons.Synopsis: "Tyson" is acclaimed indie director James Toback's stylistically inventive portrait of a mesmerizing Mike Tyson. Toback allows Tyson to reveal... [More]Starring: Mike Tyson, Mills Lane, Trevor BerbickBEND IT LIKE BECKHAM (2003)85%#56Critics Consensus: Inspiring, compassionate, and with a sly undercurrent of social commentary, Bend It Like Beckham is a lively feel-good movie that genuinely charms.Synopsis: An Indian family in London tries to raise their soccer-playing daughter in a traditional way. Unlike her traditional older sister,... [More]Starring: Parminder Nagra, Keira Knightley, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Anupam KherBALLPLAYER: PELOTERO (2012)86%#55Critics Consensus: Gripping and surprisingly nuanced, Ballplayer: Pelotero is a frank exploration of the nature of corruption in baseball recruitment.Synopsis: This compelling documentary, narrated by John Leguizamo and executive produced by Boston Red Sox manager Bobby Valentine, is a gritty... [More]Starring: John Leguizamo, Miguel Angel Sano, Juan Carlos Batista, Astin JacoboWHIP IT (2009)84%#54Critics Consensus: While made from overly familiar ingredients, Drew Barrymore's directorial debut has enough charm, energy, and good-natured humor to transcend its many cliches.Synopsis: Bliss is a rebellious Texas teen who throws in her small-town beauty pageant crown for the rowdy world of roller... [More]Starring: Ellen Page, Drew Barrymore, Juliette Lewis, Kristen WiigHAPPY VALLEY (2014)89%#53Critics Consensus: Sober, even-handed, and quietly devastating, Happy Valley illuminates the wreckage of a tragedy while leaving viewers room to draw their own conclusions.Synopsis: In his newest film, Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Amir Bar-Lev (My Kid Could Paint That, The Tillman Story) takes audiences on... [More]Starring: Matt Sandusky, Jay Paterno, Scott Paterno, Lou PratoEIGHT MEN OUT (1988)86%#52Critics Consensus: Perhaps less than absorbing for non-baseball fans, but nevertheless underpinned by strong performances from the cast and John Sayles' solid direction.Synopsis: Writer/director John Sayles' dramatization of the most infamous episode in professional sports -- the fix of the 1919 World Series... [More]Starring: John Cusack, Charlie Sheen, D.B. Sweeney, Christopher LloydTHE HEART OF THE GAME (2005)87%#51Critics Consensus: This group of high school girls and their eccentric basketball coach easily win your heart with their unusual humanity and dynamism.Synopsis: When Seattle filmmaker Ward Serrill met Bill Resler, a college tax professor who moonlights as a girls' basketball coach, he... [More]Starring: Chris "Ludacris" Bridges, Bill Resler, Darnellia Russell, Devon Crosby-HelmsEARLY MAN (2018)81%#50Critics Consensus: Early Man isn't quite as evolved as Aardman's best work, but still retains the unique visuals and sweet humor that have made the studio a favorite among animation enthusiasts.Synopsis: In this stop-motion animated comedy set in prehistoric times, a tribe of primitive hunters are displaced from their homes by... [More]Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Tom Hiddleston, Maisie Williams, Timothy SpallGIRLFIGHT (2000)87%#49Critics Consensus: Michelle Rodriguez gives a compelling performance, despite lack of a boxing background; Karyn Kusama packs a punch with this directorial debut.Synopsis: A high-school senior with a fiery temper and reputation for trouble, Diana lives with her brother and single dad, Sandro,... [More]Starring: Michelle Rodriguez, Santiago Douglas, Jaime Tirelli, Ray SantiagoFIELD OF DREAMS (1989)86%#48Critics Consensus: Field of Dreams is sentimental, but in the best way; it's a mix of fairy tale, baseball, and family togetherness.Synopsis: "If you build it, he will come." That's the ethereal message that inspires Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella (Kevin Costner) to... [More]Starring: Kevin Costner, Amy Madigan, Ray Liotta, James Earl JonesTHE KARATE KID (1984)88%#47Critics Consensus: Utterly predictable and wholly of its time, but warm, sincere, and difficult to resist, due in large part to Pat Morita and Ralph Macchio's relaxed chemistry.Synopsis: Newly arrived in California from New Jersey, teenager Daniel (Ralph Macchio) almost immediately runs afoul of karate-trained high school bullies.... [More]Starring: Ralph Macchio, Noriyuki 'Pat' Morita, Elisabeth Shue, Martin KoveHOOSIERS (1986)89%#46Critics Consensus: It may adhere to the sports underdog formula, but Hoosiers has been made with such loving craft, and features such excellent performances, that it's hard to resist.Synopsis: Nominated for two Oscars (R) and hailed by Sports Illustrated and ESPN as one of the best sports movies of... [More]Starring: Gene Hackman, Dennis Hopper, Barbara Hershey, Sheb WooleySHAOLIN SOCCER (2004)90%#45Critics Consensus: The plot is utterly ridiculous, and the soccer in the movie is unlike any ever played anywhere on Earth, but watching Shaolin Soccer, you will probably find it impossible to care.Synopsis: One of Hong Kong's top screen comics, Stephen Chow, co-wrote, co-directed, and headlines this three-way blend of sports, action, and... [More]Starring: Stephen Chow, Wei Zhao, Man Tat Ng, Vicki Zhao WeiMERU (2015)89%#44Critics Consensus: Gripping visually as well as narratively, Meru is the rare documentary that proves thought-provoking while offering thrilling wide-screen vistas.Synopsis: In the high-stakes pursuit of big-wall climbing, the Shark's Fin on Mount Meru may be the ultimate prize. Sitting 21,000... [More]Starring: Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin, Renan Ozturk, Jon KrakauerHEAVEN CAN WAIT (1978)89%#43Critics Consensus: A throwback to the high-gloss screwball comedies of the 1940s, Heaven Can Wait beguiles with seamless production values and great comic relief from Charles Grodin and Dianne Cannon.Synopsis: In this film, Warren Beatty plays pro-football-player Joe Pendleton, who is whisked to Heaven before his due date by over-eager... [More]Starring: Warren Beatty, Julie Christie, James Mason, Jack WardenHARVARD BEATS YALE 29-29 (2008)92%#42Critics Consensus: Harvard Beats Yale 29-29 is compelling viewing even though it spoils the score of the titular college football matchup - and even if you aren't a fan of the sport.Synopsis: Kevin Rafferty's documentary Harvard Beats Yale 29-29 looks at this historic 1968 matchup between those two longtime college football rivals.... [More]Starring: Tommy Lee Jones, Brian Dowling, Vic Gatto, Frank ChampiUP FOR GRABS (2005)92%#41Critics Consensus: You don't have to be a baseball fan to be entertained by the absurdities, obsessions, and greed on display in this documentary.Synopsis: In the summer of 2001, baseball star Barry Bonds was in the final stretch of a remarkable season when he... [More]Starring: Alex Popov, Patrick Hayashi, Wayne Freedman, Kevin GriffinTHE COLOR OF MONEY (1986)89%#40Critics Consensus: That it's inferior to the original goes without saying, but Paul Newman and Tom Cruise are a joy to watch, and Martin Scorsese's direction is typically superb.Synopsis: Oscar-nominated in 1961 for his performance as pool hustler Fast Eddie Felson in The Hustler, Paul Newman won that award... [More]Starring: Paul Newman, Tom Cruise, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Helen ShaverBANG THE DRUM SLOWLY (1973)92%#39Critics Consensus: Bang the Drum Slowly is a touching melodrama that explores the inner workings of a baseball club and its players' personalities with remarkable depth.Synopsis: In this film, hayseed Bruce Pearson joins a professional baseball team. The team members were none to thrilled to have... [More]Starring: Michael Moriarty, Robert De Niro, Vincent Gardenia, Phil FosterDOGTOWN AND Z-BOYS (2001)92%#38Critics Consensus: Dogtown and Z-Boys is a colorful, exhilarating look at the skateboarding subculture.Synopsis: Skateboarding has crossed over into the mainstream population due in large part to the humble beginnings of a group of... [More]Starring: Stacy Peralta, Sean Penn, Jay Adams, Tony AlvaSENNA (2011)92%#37Critics Consensus: Even for filmgoers who aren't racing fans, Senna offers heart-pounding thrills -- and heartbreaking emotion.Synopsis: Spanning his years as a Formula One racing driver from 1984 to his untimely death a decade later, Senna explores... [More]Starring: Ayrton Senna, Reginaldo Leme, Richard Williams, John BisignanoRIDING GIANTS (2004)93%#36Critics Consensus: A great addition to the existing surfing documentaries.Synopsis: A semi-serious, often rollicking, multigenerational insider's look at the origins of surfing, the colorful and subversive birth of surf culture,... [More]Starring: Sean Penn, Sam George, Dick Brewer, Buzzy KerboxTHE DAMNED UNITED (2009)92%#35Critics Consensus: Better than your average football pic, Damned United is carried by another star turn from Michael Sheen as Brian Clough.Synopsis: Set in 1960s and 1970s England, "The Damned United" tells the confrontational and darkly humorous story of Brian Clough's doomed... [More]Starring: Michael Sheen, Timothy Spall, Colm Meaney, Jim BroadbentRUSH (2013)88%#34Critics Consensus: A sleek, slick, well-oiled machine, Rush is a finely crafted sports drama with exhilarating race sequences and strong performances from Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl.Synopsis: Two-time Academy Award (R) winner Ron Howard (A Beautiful Mind, Frost/Nixon) teams once again with two-time Academy Award (R)-nominated writer... [More]Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Olivia Wilde, Alexandra Maria Lara, Pierfrancesco FavinoOFFSIDE (2006)94%#33Critics Consensus: A spirited film that explores gender politics with comedy, intelligence, and a variety of interesting characters.Synopsis: Six Iranian girls disguise themselves as boys in order to enter Tehran's Azadi Stadium to watch the 2006 World Cup... [More]Starring: Sima Mobarakshai, Sima Mobarak Shahi, Safar Samandar, Shayesteh IraniNO NO: A DOCKUMENTARY (2014)97%#32Critics Consensus: While taking full advantage of its subject's colorful baseball career, No No: A Dockumentary also imparts broader, thought-provoking messages that should resonate with viewers who aren't sports fans.Synopsis: On June 12, 1970, Dock Ellis threw a no-hitter for the Pittsburgh Pirates. In 137 years of organized professional baseball,... [More]Starring: Dock EllisLAGAAN: ONCE UPON A TIME IN INDIA (2001)95%#31Critics Consensus: Lagaan is lavish, rousing entertainment in the old-fashioned tradition of Hollywood musicals.Synopsis: Lagaan is the story of a battle without bloodshed fought by a group of unlikely heroes led by Bhuvan (Aamir... [More]Starring: Aamir Khan, Gracy Singh, Rachel Shelley, Paul BlackthorneSUGAR (2008)92%#30Critics Consensus: Sugar is an exceptionally-crafted film -- part sports flick, part immigrant tale -- with touching and poignant drama highlighted by splendid performances.Synopsis: Filmmakers Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden (Half Nelson) weave this introspective sports drama concerning a talented Dominican baseball player who... [More]Starring: Algenis Perez Soto, Alina Vargas, André Holland, Ellary PorterfieldBREAKING AWAY (1979)94%#29Critics Consensus: At once a touching, funny coming-of-age story and a compelling sports film, Breaking Away is a delightful treat.Synopsis: This charming, Academy Award winner (1979, Screenplay) cycles high on comedy as four friends come to terms with life after... [More]Starring: Dennis Christopher, Barbara Barrie, Paul Dooley, Dennis QuaidTHE FIGHTER (2010)91%#28Critics Consensus: Led by a trio of captivating performances from Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, and Amy Adams, The Fighter is a solidly entertaining, albeit predictable, entry in the boxing drama genre.Synopsis: Mark Wahlberg stars in Paramount Pictures' inspirational docudrama exploring the remarkable rise of Massachusetts-born, junior welterweight title winner "Irish" Micky... [More]Starring: Christian Bale, Mark Wahlberg, Amy Adams, Melissa LeoTHE PRIDE OF THE YANKEES (1942)93%#27Critics Consensus: The equally tragic and heroic story of Yankee's first baseman Lou Gehrig is eloquently told here with an iconic star turn by Gary Cooper.Synopsis: This film chronicles the life of first baseman Lou Gehrig. The story begins as young Lou Gehrig dreams of becoming... [More]Starring: Gary Cooper, Teresa Wright, Walter Brennan, Dan DuryeaTHE CRASH REEL (2013)96%#26Critics Consensus: Smart, compassionate, and moving, The Crash Reel uses the familiar sport-doc formula to subvert expectations and ask challenging questions about ambition and achievement.Synopsis: This eye-popping, yet intimate, story of U.S. champion snowboarder Kevin Pearce uses years of vérité footage to expose the potentially... [More]Starring: Kevin Pearce [snow], Shaun White, Mason Aguirre, Luke MitraniFOXCATCHER (2014)88%#25Critics Consensus: A chilling true crime drama, Foxcatcher offers Steve Carell, Mark Ruffalo, and Channing Tatum a chance to shine -- and all three of them rise to the challenge.Synopsis: FOXCATCHER is a psychological drama directed by Academy Award nominee Bennett Miller (MONEYBALL) and starring Golden Globe winner Steve Carell,... [More]Starring: Steve Carell, Channing Tatum, Mark Ruffalo, Sienna MillerDEEP WATER (2006)96%#24Critics Consensus: Equal parts mystery and biography, Deep Water is both an engrossing documentary and an affecting treatise on human folly and obsession.Synopsis: Co-directors Louise Osmond and Jerry Rothwell's historical documentary Deep Water chronicles one of the most infamous nautical tragedies of the... [More]Starring: Tilda Swinton, Donald Crowhurst, Santiago Franchessie, Ted HyndsPUMPING IRON (1976)94%#23Critics Consensus: In addition to offering an enlightening early look into the world of future star/politician Arnold Schwarzenegger, Pumping Iron provides a witty and insightful overview of competitive bodybuilding.Synopsis: Baby oil, bulging biceps and perfect pecs abound in this documentary that takes a fascinating look behind-the-scenes at the Mr.... [More]Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, Matty Ferrigno, Franco ColumbuMILLION DOLLAR BABY (2004)91%#22Critics Consensus: Clint Eastwood's assured direction - combined with knockout performances from Hilary Swank and Morgan Freeman - help Million Dollar Baby to transcend its clichés, and the result is deeply heartfelt and moving.Synopsis: Frankie Dunn (Clint Eastwood) is a veteran boxing trainer who has devoted his life to the ring and has precious... [More]Starring: Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank, Morgan Freeman, Jay BaruchelTOUCHING THE VOID (2004)94%#21Critics Consensus: Gripping even though the outcome is known.Synopsis: In 1985, two adventurous young mountaineers, Joe Simpson and Simon Yates, set off to climb the treacherous west face of... [More]Starring: Brendan Mackey, Nicholas Aaron, Joe Simpson (III), Ollie RyallRED ARMY (2015)92%#20Critics Consensus: Fun and fascinating, Red Army delivers absorbing documentary drama for hockey fans and sports novices alike.Synopsis: From Oscar (R) nominated and Emmy award-winning filmmakers, RED ARMY is a feature documentary about the Soviet Union and the... [More]Starring: Vyacheslav Fetisov, Vladislav Tretiak, Viacheslav Fetisov, Scotty BowmanBIGGER, STRONGER, FASTER* (2008)96%#19Critics Consensus: Bigger, Stronger, Faster* is a fascinating, informative, entertaining and especially introspective account of the American 'enhancement' culture.Synopsis: In the hopes of exploring American culture's increased obsession with winning, documentary filmmaker Christopher Bell examines the anabolic steroid use... [More]Starring: Mark "Smelly" Bell, Mike "Mad Dog" Bell, Rosemary Bell, Sheldon BellWIN WIN (2011)94%#18Critics Consensus: Rich, wonderful characters and strong performances populate Win Win, with writer/director Thomas McCarthy continuing to emerge as a great American humanist.Synopsis: Paul Giamatti headlines writer/director Tom McCarthy's comedy drama centering on a beleaguered attorney and part-time wrestling coach who schemes to... [More]Starring: Paul Giamatti, Amy Ryan, Bobby Cannavale, Jeffrey TamborTHE LIFE AND TIMES OF HANK GREENBERG (2000)97%#17Critics Consensus: The Life and Times of Hank Greenberg is an affectionate, often very funny portrait of a baseball pioneer.Synopsis: Portrait of the legendary Bronx-born Jewish baseball player who came close to breaking Babe Ruth's record--hitting 58 home runs in... [More]Starring: Hank Greenberg, Ernie Harwell, Bob Feller, Charlie GehringerUNDEFEATED (2012)96%#16Critics Consensus: It covers familiar sports documentary territory, but Undefeated proves there are still powerful stories to be told on the high school gridiron.Synopsis: Set in the inner-city of Memphis, Undefeated chronicles the Manassas Tigers' 2009 football season, on and off-the-field, as they strive... [More]Starring: Bill Courtney, Montrail "Money" Brown, O.C. Brown, Chavis DanielsROCKY (1976)93%#15Critics Consensus: This story of a down-on-his-luck boxer is thoroughly predictable, but Sylvester Stallone's script and stunning performance in the title role brush aside complaints.Synopsis: A slightly dimwitted amateur boxer from Philadelphia's tough neighborhood gets a surprise shot at fighting for the heavyweight championship, while... [More]Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl WeathersTHE BAD NEWS BEARS (1976)97%#14Critics Consensus: The Bad News Bears is rude, profane, and cynical, but shot through with honest, unforced humor, and held together by a deft, understated performance from Walter Matthau.Synopsis: The success this underdog comedy from director Michael Ritchie almost single-handedly spawned the kids' sports film boom of the 1980s... [More]Starring: Walter Matthau, Tatum O'Neal, Vic Morrow, Joyce Van PattenWHEN WE WERE KINGS (1996)98%#13Critics Consensus: An engrossing documentary that's as much about at time and a place as it is about a fight.Synopsis: On October 30, 1974, perhaps the most famous heavyweight championship boxing match of all time took place in Kinshasa, Zaire:... [More]Starring: George Foreman, Don King, James Brown (II), Muhammad AliHORSE FEATHERS (1932)96%#12Critics Consensus: Horse Feathers finds the Marx Brothers in fine madcap form, taking aim at an array of timely targets while serving up classic set pieces.Synopsis: Horse Feathers is a classic Marx Brothers comedy, featuring all four of the original members of the comedy team. Groucho... [More]Starring: Groucho Marx, Harpo Marx, Chico Marx, Zeppo MarxHOOP DREAMS (1994)98%#11Critics Consensus: One of the most critically acclaimed documentaries of all time, Hoop Dreams is a rich, complex, heartbreaking, and ultimately deeply rewarding film that uses high school hoops as a jumping-off point to explore issues of race, class, and education in modern America.Synopsis: This documentary about the aspirations of high-school basketball players from inner city Chicago won awards from the Sundance film festival,... [More]Starring: William Gates, Frederick Marx, Arthur Agee, Peter GilbertMONEYBALL (2011)94%#10Critics Consensus: Director Bennett Miller, along with Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill, take a niche subject and turn it into a sharp, funny, and touching portrait worthy of baseball lore.Synopsis: Based on a true story, Moneyball is a movie for anybody who has ever dreamed of taking on the system.... [More]Starring: Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Robin WrightRAGING BULL (1980)96%#9Critics Consensus: Arguably Martin Scorsese's and Robert De Niro's finest film, Raging Bull is often painful to watch, but it's a searing, powerful work about an unsympathetic hero.Synopsis: The story of Jake LaMotta, a former middleweight boxing champion, whose reputation for tenacity and success in the ring was... [More]Starring: Robert De Niro, Cathy Moriarty, Joe Pesci, Frank VincentTHE HAPPIEST DAY IN THE LIFE OF OLLI MÄKI (HYMYILEVÄ MIES) (2017)96%#8Critics Consensus: The Happiest Day in the Life of Olli Mäki sidesteps sports biopic clichés with a beautifully filmed, well-acted look at the balance between career fulfillment and personal happiness.Synopsis: The true story of Olli Mäki, the famous Finnish boxer who had a shot at the 1962 World Featherweight title.... [More]Starring: Jarkko Lahti, Eero Milonoff, Oona Airola, John Bosco Jr.BULL DURHAM (1988)97%#7Critics Consensus: Kevin Costner at his funniest and most charismatic in Bull Durham, a film that's as wise about relationships as it is about minor league baseball.Synopsis: A blend of comedy, drama and romance, Bull Durham follows the intertwining of three lives brought together by the great... [More]Starring: Kevin Costner, Susan Sarandon, Tim Robbins, Trey WilsonMURDERBALL (2005)98%#6Critics Consensus: An entertaining and gripping documentary that shows being confined to a wheelchair doesn't mean the fun has to end.Synopsis: Like any other great sports story, 'Murderball' features fierce rivalry, stopwatch suspense, dazzling athletic prowess, larger-than-life personalities and triumph over... [More]Starring: Joe Soares, Mark Zupan, Robert Soares, Bob LujanoTHE HUSTLER (1961)98%#5Critics Consensus: Paul Newman and Jackie Gleason give iconic performances in this dark, morally complex tale of redemption.Synopsis: As The Hustler's "Fast" Eddie Felson, Paul Newman created a classic antihero, charismatic but fundamentally flawed, and nobody's role model.... [More]Starring: Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. ScottNATIONAL VELVET (1944)100%#4Critics Consensus: National Velvet makes the most of a breakout performance from Elizabeth Taylor, delivering a timeless family-friendly tearjerker that avoids straying into the sentimental.Synopsis: Although National Velvet was the first starring role for 11-year-old Elizabeth Taylor, the early part of the film belongs to... [More]Starring: Elizabeth Taylor, Mickey Rooney, Donald Crisp, Anne RevereI, TONYA (2018)89%#3Critics Consensus: Led by strong work from Margot Robbie and Alison Janney, I, Tonya finds the humor in its real-life story without losing sight of its more tragic -- and emotionally resonant -- elements.Synopsis: Based on the unbelievable, but true events, I, TONYA is a darkly comedic tale of American figure skater, Tonya Harding,... [More]Starring: Margot Robbie, Sebastian Stan, Allison Janney, Paul Walter HauserCREED (2015)95%#2Critics Consensus: Creed brings the Rocky franchise off the mat for a surprisingly effective seventh round that extends the boxer's saga in interesting new directions while staying true to its classic predecessors' roots.Synopsis: Adonis Johnson Creed (Michael B. Jordan), the son of former heavyweight champion Apollo Creed, attempts to follow in his father's... [More]Starring: Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, Tessa Thompson, Phylicia RashadTHE WRESTLER (2008)98%#1Critics Consensus: Mickey Rourke gives a performance for the ages in The Wrestler, a richly affecting, heart-wrenching yet ultimately rewarding drama.Synopsis: Back in the late '80s, Randy "The Ram" Robinson was a headlining professional wrestler. Now, 20 years later, he ekes... [More]Starring: Mickey Rourke, Marisa Tomei, Evan Rachel Wood, Ernest Miller