Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to American Underdog List

  • The Blind Side - Based on a true story of an underdog overcoming challenges with the help of a supportive family.
  • Rudy - Follows the journey of a determined young man aspiring to play football for Notre Dame against all odds.
  • Remember the Titans - A sports drama about overcoming racial tensions through high school football.
  • Coach Carter - Focuses on a high school basketball coach who prioritizes education and discipline for his team.
  • The Pursuit of Happyness - Based on a true story of perseverance and determination in the face of adversity.
  • A League of Their Own - A story about women breaking barriers in sports during World War II.
  • Miracle - Tells the story of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team and their underdog victory.
  • McFarland, USA - A true story about a cross country team made up of underprivileged students rising to success.
  • The Fighter - Based on the life of boxer Micky Ward and his struggles to achieve his dreams.
  • One Chance - Follows the journey of a working-class man who pursues his dream of becoming an opera singer.
  • The Intouchables - A story about a rich quadriplegic forming an unlikely friendship with his caregiver.
  • Cinderella Man - Based on the life of boxer James Braddock, who makes a comeback during the Great Depression.
  • Limitless - A man discovers a pill that enhances his brain capabilities, leading to both success and challenges.
  • The King's Speech - Follows the story of King George VI as he overcomes his speech impediment with help from an unconventional coach.
  • Bend It Like Beckham - A young woman from a traditional Indian family wants to play soccer against the expectations of her family.
  • Cool Runnings - A comedy based on the true story of the first Jamaican bobsled team attempting to compete in the Olympics.
  • The Greatest Showman - A musical that tells the story of P.T. Barnum, celebrating the rise of a visionary from humble beginnings.
  • Invincible - The true story of an underdog who makes it onto the Philadelphia Eagles football team.
  • The Karate Kid - A young boy learns karate from a mentor to stand up to bullies and compete in a tournament.
  • Moneyball - A story about how a baseball team used analytics to build a competitive roster despite a limited budget.
  • Soul Surfer - The inspirational true story of a surfer who loses her arm in a shark attack and fights to return to the sport.
  • The Last Dance - A documentary series about Michael Jordan's career and his determination to win against the odds.
  • The Rookie - A baseball drama about a high school coach who makes a major league comeback in his 30s.
  • Stonewall - A historical drama about the gay rights movement and the fight for acceptance.
  • The Upside - A comedic drama about the friendship between a wealthy quadriplegic and his caregiver from a different background.
  • He Got Game - A story that explores the complexities of father-son relationships within the competing world of basketball.
  • The Space Between Us - A romantic drama about a boy born on Mars who travels to Earth to find his father.
  • Finding Forrester - An unlikely friendship blossoms between a reclusive writer and a gifted student.
  • Wild - A woman embarks on a journey of self-discovery while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail.
  • Billy Elliot - A story about a young boy who breaks social norms and pursues his passion for ballet.
  • The Pursuit of Happyness - Based on a true story of a man's struggle with homelessness while trying to provide for his son.
  • The Greatest Showman - Inspired by P.T. Barnum, exploring the rise of an underdog who brings his dreams to life.
  • Secretariat - The true story of Penny Chenery and her quest to win the Triple Crown with her racehorse.

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# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
The Blind Side
The Blind Side
129 min
2009 United States of America 364032 7.6 Movie Released PG-13
2
Rudy
Rudy
114 min
1993 United States of America 69729 7.5 Movie Released PG
3 2000 United States of America 234392 7.8 Movie Released PG
4
Coach Carter
Coach Carter
136 min
2005 Germany 174067 7.3 Movie Released
5 2006 United States of America 568904 8 Movie Released PG-13
6 1992 United States of America 122621 7.3 Movie Released PG
7
Miracle
Miracle
135 min
2004 United States of America 59594 7.5 Movie Released PG
8
McFarland, USA
McFarland, USA
128 min
2015 United States of America 43014 7.4 Movie Released PG
9
The Fighter
The Fighter
116 min
2010 United States of America 391606 7.8 Movie Released
10
One Chance
One Chance
103 min
2013 United Kingdom 13189 6.8 Movie Released PG-13
11 2011 France 940617 8.5 Movie Released R
12
Cinderella Man
Cinderella Man
144 min
2005 United States of America 199732 8 Movie Released PG-13
13
Limitless
Limitless
105 min
2011 United States of America 617192 7.4 Movie Released
14 2010 United Kingdom 711617 8 Movie Released
15 2002 Germany 117388 6.7 Movie Released PG-13
16
Cool Runnings
Cool Runnings
98 min
1993 United States of America 115125 7 Movie Released PG
17 2017 United States of America 316915 7.5 Movie Released PG
18
INVINCIBLE
INVINCIBLE
54 min
SS 2 EP 16
2021 Canada 215125 8.7 Serie Returning Series TV-MA
19
The Karate Kid
The Karate Kid
126 min
1984 United States of America 248191 7.3 Movie Released PG
20
Moneyball
Moneyball
134 min
2011 United States of America 470891 7.6 Movie Released PG-13
21
Soul Surfer
Soul Surfer
112 min
2011 United States of America 53352 7 Movie Released PG
22
The Last Dance
The Last Dance
50 min
SS 1 EP 10
2020 United States of America 156783 9.1 Serie Ended TV-MA
23
The Rookie
The Rookie
43 min
SS 6 EP 108
2018 Canada 79302 8 Serie Returning Series TV-14
24
Stonewall
Stonewall
129 min
2015 United States of America 4497 5.3 Movie Released R
25
The Upside
The Upside
126 min
2019 United States of America 64623 7 Movie Released PG-13
26
He Got Game
He Got Game
136 min
1998 United States of America 51957 6.9 Movie Released
27 2017 China 56547 6.4 Movie Released PG-13
28 2000 United States of America 90190 7.3 Movie Released
29
Wild
Wild
115 min
2014 United States of America 140337 7.1 Movie Released
30
Billy Elliot
Billy Elliot
110 min
2000 France 144748 7.7 Movie Released
31
Secretariat
Secretariat
123 min
2010 United States of America 30912 7.2 Movie Released PG
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