Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Year of the Yao List
- The Last Dance - Documentary chronicling Michael Jordan's final season with the Chicago Bulls, focusing on sports and personal growth.
- I Am Athlete - A documentary series that explores the lives and careers of professional athletes, highlighting their struggles and triumphs.
- Cheer - A docuseries that dives into the competitive world of cheerleading, showcasing personal stories and challenges.
- The Carter Effect - A documentary about the impact of a basketball star on his community, similar themes of sports and influence.
- Last Chance U - A documentary series focusing on junior college football programs, highlighting players' personal journeys.
- Peyton's Places - A series exploring the history of the NFL through the lens of quarterback Peyton Manning.
- Basketball: A Love Story - A documentary that chronicles the history of basketball and its cultural significance, similar in spirit to The Year of the Yao.
- Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty - A dramatized depiction of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers, combining sports and personal drama.
- Free Solo - A documentary film about rock climbing and personal challenges, focusing on a climber's journey like the documentary style of The Year of the Yao.
- The Battered Bastards of Baseball - A documentary chronicling an indie baseball team and their push against the odds, embracing sports narratives.
- Beyond Limits - Documentary series that follows elite athletes overcoming personal and physical challenges.
- In the Zone - A series that provides an inside look at athletes' highs and lows, paralleling themes in The Year of the Yao.
- The Dawn Wall - Follows climbers taking on one of the hardest rock faces, sharing personal stories of determination.
- Iverson - A documentary about the life and career of Allen Iverson, showcasing his influence on basketball culture.
- The Playbook - Profiles acclaimed sports coaches and the lessons they've learned in their lives and careers.
- American Factory - Examines the complexities of globalization in the factory setting, similar in its cultural explorations.
- The Last of the Tsars - Documentary series about the fall of the Romanov dynasty, exploring themes of power and legacy.
- 30 for 30 - ESPN's documentary series that covers key moments in sports history, akin to the narrative style in The Year of the Yao.
- Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry - Documentary on the life of a young artist, capturing the journey of personal and professional growth.
- A League of Their Own - While fictional, it tells an empowering story about women's baseball, combining sport and personal grand narrative.
- The Dawn Wall - A gripping documentary about the determination of climbers, highlighting personal struggles and triumphs.
- Becoming - Documents the journey of athletes finding their identity and purpose, resonating with similar themes of self-discovery.
- 30 for 30: Broke - Explores the financial struggles of professional athletes, providing insight into personal dilemmas in sports.
- The Other Dream Team - Examines the Lithuanian basketball team's triumph over adversity, similar to international sports narratives.
- The Rescue - Follows the rescue of a soccer team trapped in a cave, exploring heroism and teamwork.
- Freaks and Geeks - While fictional, it delves into the struggles of adolescence and personal growth in a relatable manner.
- This Is Us - A drama that explores personal and family journeys, underscoring emotional growth similar to The Year of the Yao.
- The Express: The Ernie Davis Story - A biographical film showcasing the challenges and triumphs of a talented football player, highlighting sports and life lessons.
- Glory Road - A film about the challenges faced by an interracial college basketball team, emphasizing perseverance and pride.
- Remember the Titans - Celebrates triumph over adversity in high school football, focusing on teamwork and unity.
- The Blind Side - A biographical portrayal of an athlete’s life journey, focusing on personal and social struggles.
- Cool Runnings - A light-hearted tale of an underdog bobsled team, highlighting friendship and overcoming obstacles.
- Rocky - A classic story of perseverance and determination in sports, reflecting the spirit of overcoming challenges.
- The Mighty Ducks - A beloved children's film that showcases teamwork and growth through sports.
- The Fighter - A biopic about a boxer's journey through adversity, highlighting family dynamics and personal struggle.
- Million Dollar Baby - An inspiring tale of a female boxer overcoming challenges, focusing on ambition and resilience.
- Soul Surfer - The story of a young surfer overcoming a shark attack, emphasizing the themes of determination and personal growth.
- A Beautiful Mind - A biographical film about mathematician John Nash, highlighting mental struggle and achievement.
- Life of Pi - Focuses on survival against odds and personal reflection, paralleling the introspective journey found in The Year of the Yao.
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| # | Name | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status | CBFC |
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2020 | United States of America | Biography | 156783 | 9.1 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 2 |
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2020 | United States of America | Documentary | 6925 | 8 | Serie | Returning Series | |
| 3 |
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2017 | United States of America | Documentary | 2515 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 4 |
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2016 | Documentary | 7576 | 8.4 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA | |
| 5 |
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2019 | United States of America | Documentary | 267 | 8.6 | Serie | Returning Series | |
| 6 |
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2018 | United States of America | Documentary | 135 | 8.4 | Serie | Ended | TV-G |
| 7 |
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2022 | United States of America | Biography | 29640 | 8.3 | Serie | Canceled | TV-MA |
| 8 |
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2018 | United States of America | Adventure | 78647 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 9 | 2014 | United States of America | Documentary | 4639 | 8 | Movie | Released | ||
| 10 |
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2017 | Austria | Biography | 21372 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 11 |
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2014 | United States of America | Biography | 4123 | 7.1 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 12 |
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2020 | United States of America | Documentary | 1749 | 7.4 | Serie | Ended | TV-MA |
| 13 |
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2019 | United States of America | Documentary | 24071 | 7.4 | Movie | Released | |
| 14 |
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2009 | United Kingdom | Biography | 5647 | 8.8 | Serie | Returning Series | TV-PG |
| 15 | 2021 | United States of America | Documentary | 8952 | 7.7 | Movie | Released | R | |
| 16 |
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1992 | United States of America | Comedy | 122621 | 7.3 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 17 |
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2020 | United States of America | Documentary | 6715 | 7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 18 |
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2012 | Lithuania | Documentary | 3691 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | NR |
| 19 |
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2021 | Thailand | Action | 21110 | 8.3 | Movie | Released | |
| 20 |
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1999 | United States of America | Comedy | 154694 | 8.8 | Serie | Canceled | TV-14 |
| 21 |
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2016 | United States of America | Comedy | 161542 | 8.7 | Serie | Ended | TV-14 |
| 22 |
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2006 | United States of America | Drama | 49171 | 7.2 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 23 |
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2000 | United States of America | Biography | 234392 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 24 |
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2009 | United States of America | Drama | 364032 | 7.6 | Movie | Released | PG-13 |
| 25 |
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1993 | United States of America | Adventure | 115125 | 7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 26 |
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1976 | United States of America | Drama | 636100 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 27 |
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1992 | United States of America | Comedy | 72533 | 6.6 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 28 |
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2010 | United States of America | Drama | 391606 | 7.8 | Movie | Released | |
| 29 |
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2004 | Switzerland | Drama | 727558 | 8.1 | Movie | Released | |
| 30 |
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2011 | United States of America | Biography | 53352 | 7 | Movie | Released | PG |
| 31 |
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2001 | United States of America | Biography | 996118 | 8.2 | Movie | Released | |
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2012 | Canada | Adventure | 671802 | 7.9 | Movie | Released |
