Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Rocky Balboa List
- Creed - A continuation of the Rocky franchise, focusing on Apollo Creed's son as he trains under Rocky's guidance.
- The Fighter - A biographical sports drama about a boxer who fights to overcome personal and professional challenges.
- Raging Bull - A classic biopic that explores the life and career of a troubled boxer.
- Warrior - A story about two estranged brothers entering the world of mixed martial arts while dealing with their family issues.
- Million Dollar Baby - A drama about a female boxer and her relationship with her trainer, exploring themes of perseverance and sacrifice.
- Southpaw - Follows a boxer who loses everything and fights to regain his place in the ring and rediscover his life.
- Cinderella Man - A biographical sports drama about a boxer who makes a comeback during the Great Depression.
- Bleed for This - Based on the true story of boxer Vinny Pazienza, who returns to the sport after a near-fatal accident.
- Hands of Stone - A biographical film about legendary boxer Roberto Durán and his relationship with his trainer.
- The Wrestler - A story of a retired professional wrestler striving to maintain his legacy while facing physical decline.
- The Champ - A sports drama about a former boxer and his relationship with his son, reflecting themes of struggle and redemption.
- Ali - A biographical film about the life of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali, focusing on his struggles and triumphs.
- Undisputed - Follows a heavyweight boxing champion imprisoned for a crime he didn't commit, who fights for survival and honor.
- Rocky II - The direct sequel to the original Rocky film, focusing on continuing struggles and a rematch with Apollo Creed.
- Rocky III - Another sequel where Rocky faces a new challenger while dealing with personal loss and the need to rediscover his fighting spirit.
- Rocky IV - Rocky must face a formidable Soviet boxer in the ring, highlighting themes of rivalry and national pride.
- Rocky V - The fifth installment where Rocky mentors a young boxer while dealing with the aftermath of his career.
- Rocky Balboa - The sixth installment where an aging Rocky comes out of retirement to prove he still has what it takes.
- The Greatest - A film chronicling the life of Muhammad Ali and his impact on boxing and beyond.
- The Karate Kid - An underdog story of a young boy learning karate to defend himself and gain confidence, similar to Rocky's journey.
- Chariots of Fire - A sports drama about two runners competing in the 1924 Olympics, exploring themes of determination and sacrifice.
- Ford v Ferrari - Focused on racing rather than boxing, it also tells the story of overcoming challenges to achieve greatness.
- Goldberg: Behind the Curtain - Provides a dramatic look at the struggles of a wrestling figure, mirroring the personal battles faced by athletes like Rocky.
- The Longest Yard - A story about redemption and regaining respect through sports, paralleling Rocky's journey.
- Any Given Sunday - Explores the world of professional football and the personal challenges faced by players, akin to boxing's intensity.
- The Blind Side - An inspirational sports film about overcoming adversity and achieving success, similar in themes to Rocky.
- Rocky Horror Picture Show - While a musical, it shares themes of resilience and finding one's place, resonating with Rocky's spirit.
- Over the Top - Featuring competitive arm wrestling, it showcases the underdog theme and a father-son relationship.
- Facing Ali - A documentary about the fighters who faced Muhammad Ali, offering insights into the sport's challenges and triumphs.
- The Prince of Pennsylvania - A dramedy that captures the struggles of a young man wanting to pursue boxing within his challenged family.
- Sling Blade - While not about boxing, it tells a compelling story of a man's fight with personal demons, paralleling Rocky's battles.
- Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story - An underdog sports comedy that celebrates tenacity and the spirit of competition, akin to Rocky's journey.
- Grudge Match - A comedic take on aging boxers who settle their rivalry years later, featuring nostalgia akin to Rocky's themes.
- Cinderella Man - Like Rocky, it tells the story of a fighter overcoming adversity and personal struggles to find success.
- The Mighty Ducks - An inspirational sports film about a group of underdog hockey players, paralleling the themes of resilience and teamwork.
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2015 | United States of America | Action | 313670 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | |
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2010 | United States of America | Drama | 391606 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
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1980 | United States of America | Biography | 383916 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 4 |
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2011 | United States of America | Drama | 501877 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 5 |
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2004 | Switzerland | Drama | 727558 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 6 |
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2015 | United States of America | Action | 261285 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | R |
| 7 |
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2005 | United States of America | Romance | 199732 | 8 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 8 |
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2016 | United States of America | Biography | 31053 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 9 |
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2016 | Panama | Biography | 17694 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 10 |
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2008 | United States of America | Drama | 321552 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 11 |
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1979 | United States of America | Drama | 9355 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 12 |
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2001 | United States of America | Biography | 106377 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | R |
| 13 |
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2002 | United States of America | Action | 34706 | 6.1 | Movie | Released | R |
| 14 |
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1979 | United States of America | Drama | 233788 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 15 |
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1982 | United States of America | Drama | 213590 | 6.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 16 |
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1985 | United States of America | Drama | 228919 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 17 |
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1990 | United States of America | Drama | 152132 | 5.4 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 18 |
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2006 | United States of America | Drama | 233141 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 19 |
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2009 | United States of America | Drama | 9524 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | R |
| 20 |
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1984 | United States of America | Action | 248191 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 21 |
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1981 | United Kingdom | Biography | 66837 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 22 |
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2019 | United States of America | Action | 489537 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 23 |
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2005 | United States of America | Drama | 197440 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 24 |
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1999 | United States of America | Drama | 126579 | 6.9 | Movie | Released | |
| 25 |
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2009 | United States of America | Drama | 364032 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 26 |
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1987 | United States of America | Action | 60354 | 5.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 27 |
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2009 | Canada | Biography | 3788 | 7.9 | Movie | Released | R |
| 28 |
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1988 | Comedy | 1454 | 5.6 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 29 |
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1996 | United States of America | Drama | 99540 | 8 | Movie | Released | |
| 30 | 2004 | United States of America | Comedy | 269925 | 6.7 | Movie | Released | PG-13 | |
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2013 | United States of America | Comedy | 63158 | 6.4 | Movie | Released | |
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1992 | United States of America | Comedy | 72533 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG |
