Any sports film that depicts the story of athletes who had to fight against insurmountable odds to reach the pinnacles of success is bound to be an exciting watch. This is precisely why so many people loved the struggle of Kurt Warner, whose story is present front-and-center in the events of American Underdog.The film is an absolutely brilliant watch that depicts one of the many amazing journeys present in the world of sports. Viewers who end up getting enraptured by this movie would obviously want to watch more films that touch upon the same setting and themes. Given the sheer number of sports dramas out there, it goes without saying that these viewers are spoiled for choice. Keeping this in mind, here are some of the greatest movies fans can watch if they love American Underdog.
10 The Longest Yard
Most people have mixed feelings when it comes to Adam Sandler movies. Some fans consider his movies to be nothing more than dumb entertainment flicks, with movies like The Longest Yard further cementing this notion.
However, there are still several elements to appreciate about The Longest Yard. The movie has a ton of soul and its comedic scenes can definitely click with certain people, which makes it a pretty decent comedic sports film.
9 She's The Man
Speaking of sports films that add a heap of comedy, it's impossible to not talk about She's the Man. The movie isn't exactly the pinnacle of cinema but is entertaining enough to satisfy and entertain its viewers.
Watching Viola taking on the role of her brother with no one batting an eye is truly hard to believe. However, the movie's insistence to portray her in such light without raising any questions definitely adds to its entertainment factor.
8 Cars
Pixar movies are known for being masterpieces, especially when one takes a look at their golden era. While Cars was more of a mixed bag for fans who had placed Pixar on a high pedestal, it's still a great film that deserves a ton of plaudits for pushing the envelope of animation once again.
Even now, Cars looks absolutely gorgeous and features a pretty compelling narrative. The movie might not be groundbreaking in any way, but is one of Pixar's most beloved movies for a reason.
7 Moneyball
The idea of having to form a team on a lean budget is something that no manager or coach would want to deal with. However, props should be given to Billy Beane for using data and stats to revamp the entire structure of his team and get the results he wanted.
The concept of Moneyball has become quite prominent and was popularized from this movie itself. The excellent performances of Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill are ultimately what uplifts this movie to the upper echelons of sports films in terms of sheer quality.
6 Space Jam
The goofy premise of Space Jam might've convinced a lot of people at the time to write off the film as nothing more than a high-budget movie made for kids. However, props should be given to this film for making basketball seem even more exciting and approachable than it is.
The brilliant visual effects of Space Jam, coupled with a heartwarming premise, make for a great watch indeed. Michael Jordan shines in his role and makes the events of the film feel all the more exciting and alive.
5 Rocky
It would be hard to mention movies that have an emphasis on sports without mentioning the brilliance of Rocky. It's a truly amazing film that defined a generation of boxing movies and is still a valuable IP to this day.
Sylvester Stallone became a superstar with this movie series, which features a ton of classic films. While the later Rocky films are nowhere near as great as the original movies, the entire film series is still quite an entertaining watch regardless.
4 17 Again
17 Again is another movie with sports as a background as opposed to something that the movie actively fixates on. However, that doesn't take away from this film in the slightest, and fans of American Underdog will find a ton of things to like in this movie.
Zac Efron shines in his role as a younger Mike who wastes no time in trying to live his glory years at high school once again. For how vapid this movie might seem, it features a pretty nice message and is a blast to watch.
3 The Wrestler
The world of professional wrestling is constantly looked down on by people who consider it to be nothing more than a parody of real sports. However, this is a huge disservice to the art present in this industry and the struggles of its performers.
The Wrestler does a great job of portraying just how cutthroat and brutal the industry really is, with Mickey Rourke serving as the heart and soul of this movie. Regardless of whether someone is a fan of professional wrestling or not, there's still a ton to like about this brilliant film.
2 I, Tonya
Tonya Harding is one of the biggest villains of the sport of ice skating, with her attack on Nancy Kerrigan being her solitary moment of fame. Watching her story being told in I, Tonya makes for some of the most unique films around.
It helps that Margot Robbie is great in her role as Tonya Harding and breathes new life into this role. The film takes a unique look at the events of this disaster and props itself up as one of the better and more engaging sports movies on offer.
1 Ford V Ferrari
Ford v Ferrari is a brilliant look at the history of the racing scene, propelled by the performances of Christian Bale and Matt Damon. Documenting the only win by an American car company in Le Mans to date already makes for a delicious premise.
Fans will love Ford v Ferrari regardless of how invested they are in the racing scene. The drama and personal narratives that build up in this movie are a joy to watch...all the way up to its heartbreaking conclusion.
