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Fast Break
Gabe Kaplan's having a ball! - His dream team's got a preacher, a jailbird, a pool shark, a muscleman. And the best guy on the team is a girl.
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David Greene is a New York basketball enthusiast, who wants to coach. He is then offered the coaching job at a small Nevada college. He brings along some players, who are a bit odd but good. Like Swish who unknown to the rest of the team is a girl. Preacher, who's being sought by some nefarious characters. And D.C., who's a fugitive. And along with some of the students at the college, he turns them into a contender. In order to give the tam the respect they deserve and some exposure, Greene schemes to try and get the number 1 team led by Bo Winnegar, to play them.
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Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Hoop Dreams List
- The Last Dance - A documentary series that chronicles the career of Michael Jordan and the 1990s Chicago Bulls, reflecting on the impact of basketball.
- Through the Fire - A documentary that follows the journey of a high school basketball player striving to achieve his dreams in the competitive world of sports.
- When We Were Kings - A documentary about the famous 'Rumble in the Jungle' boxing match, highlighting themes of ambition and resilience similar to Hoop Dreams.
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- The Carter - A documentary following rapper Lil Wayne, which illustrates the struggle between personal ambition and the reality of one's environment.
- A Season on the Brink - A drama that dives deep into the life of college basketball players and their coach, focusing on the pressures they face.
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- The Blind Side - A biographical sports drama that follows a family's love and support that helps a young man achieve his dreams in football.
- Space Jam - A mix of animation and live action that features basketball along with themes of teamwork and overcoming adversity.
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- Friday Night Lights - Both the movie and the subsequent TV series capture the intense pressures and aspirations of high school sports in America.
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- He Got Game - A film about basketball and the dynamics of family and ambition, resonating with the themes in Hoop Dreams.
- Race - A biographical sports film about Jesse Owens, illustrating the struggles and aspirations of athletes in a challenging environment.
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- The Mighty Ducks - A family sports film that follows misfit kids coming together to play hockey, promoting themes of teamwork and perseverance.
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- Rocky II - The sequel to Rocky shows the continued struggles of an athlete as he tries to reclaim his glory, echoing the themes of dreams and resilience.
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- The Brooklyn Four - A documentary detailing the lives of four young men from Brooklyn striving to succeed against the backdrop of their environments.
- Just Wright - A romantic comedy that incorporates basketball, showcasing the drive to achieve both in sports and personal life.
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Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Above the Rim List
- He Got Game - Focuses on basketball and explores the relationship between a father and son.
- Coach Carter - A true story about a high school basketball coach who prioritizes academics and discipline.
- White Men Can't Jump - A comedic take on basketball culture and the dynamics between players.
- Space Jam - Combines basketball with fantastical elements, similar to the sports and entertainment theme.
- Love & Basketball - Centers on the romantic relationship between two basketball players.
- Sunset Park - Focuses on a diverse high school basketball team and their struggles.
- The Way Back - A coach dealing with personal demons while trying to uplift a struggling basketball team.
- Hoop Dreams - A documentary that follows the lives of two aspiring basketball players from Chicago.
- Finding Forrester - Explores mentorship and personal growth paralleling basketball aspirations.
- Rim of the World - Includes themes of youth adventure and overcoming obstacles, similar to basketball journeys.
- Bodied - Deals with rivalries and artistic expression, akin to the competitive spirit in sports.
- The Rebound - Explores themes of second chances and personal challenges in a sports setting.
- Above the Rim - Directly relates to the themes of ambition and basketball culture.
- Juice - Focuses on street culture, friendship, and the challenges young men face.
- The Basketball Diaries - Follows a young man's struggles with addiction and his passion for basketball.
- The Perfect Game - An underdog sports story about youth and determination.
- Gridiron Gang - A sports story involving troubled youth making positive changes through teamwork.
- Semi-Pro - A comedic take on the world of basketball and its eccentric characters.
- Loving Basketball - Combines romance and sports, focusing on the lives of basketball players.
- Fast Break - Follows a basketball coach trying to lead a team of misfit players to success.
- Streetball: The Movie - Focuses on street basketball culture while exploring personal rivalries.
- Just Wright - Romantic sports drama involving a woman helping her basketball player crush.
- Basketball Wives - Dives into the lives of women connected to basketball players, focusing on relationships and rivalry.
- My All-American - Centers on sports and the struggles of young athletes, touching on themes of perseverance.
- The Longshots - Inspiring true story of a girl playing football, illustrating breaking stereotypes in sports.
- School Daze - Focuses on college life and rivalries, set against a backdrop of sports and culture.
- The Blind Side - An inspirational story of sports, family, and the journey of an underprivileged athlete.
- A Streetcar Named Desire (2006) - Explore personal struggles and relationships in a backdrop of challenging environments.
- Mighty Ducks - A group of misfits coming together to succeed in sports, paralleling team dynamics in basketball.
- Pride - An inspiring true story about a swimming team, emphasizing mentorship and perseverance.
- Remember the Titans - A powerful story about overcoming racial tensions through teamwork and sports.
- Bigger Than Your Block - Focuses on urban youth and their interactions with sports and aspirations.
- The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers - Reviven themes of teamwork and overcoming challenges in a sports setting.
- Fresh Prince of Bel-Air - Explores themes of life, upbringing, and cultural clashes with humor and heart.
- Ballers - Focuses on the lives of professional athletes, their struggles, and personal challenges.
- All American - Inspired by the true story of a high school football player, reflecting athletic ambitions and culture.
- The Last Dance - A documentary series focusing on basketball legends, their challenges, and careers.
- Cougar Town - Incorporates elements of humor and community, paralleling friendships formed within the sports realm.
- The Carter Effect - Explores the impact of a basketball player on a community, focusing on culture and sports influence.
- We're the Millers - Mixes humor, relationships, and the comedic obstacles faced, akin to sports comedies.
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- Over the Top - A father-son relationship set against a competitive sports backdrop reflecting personal challenges.
- Rocky - Classic story of an underdog athlete striving for success against all odds.
- Never Back Down: No Surrender - Continuation of personal struggles in the combat sports world, mirroring basketball journeys.
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Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Slamma Jamma List
- Like Mike - Both involve overcoming challenges through basketball.
- Space Jam - Basketball-centric story with a mix of sports and comedy.
- Coach Carter - Focuses on basketball and the importance of mentorship.
- He Got Game - Explores themes of family, redemption, and basketball.
- The Mighty Ducks - Sports team overcoming adversity and personal struggles.
- Hustle - Basketball and personal journey format similar to Slamma Jamma.
- Finding Forrester - Mentorship and personal growth themes.
- One Tree Hill - Features character growth through basketball.
- The Way Back - A story of redemption through basketball.
- Rim of the World - Coming-of-age story with elements of teamwork.
- Love & Basketball - Combines romance and basketball themes.
- Million Dollar Baby - Focuses on personal struggle and triumph in sports.
- Gridiron Gang - Mentorship and personal growth through sports.
- The Blind Side - Inspiration in sports with a focus on personal development.
- Kicking & Screaming - Comedy involving sports and family.
- Remember the Titans - Themes of teamwork and overcoming adversity.
- The Sandlot - Friendship and sports-focused coming-of-age story.
- Take the Lead - Mentorship and challenges in a sports setting.
- A League of Their Own - Women in sports and overcoming societal challenges.
- The Greatest Game Ever Played - Overcoming odds in sports with strong character development.
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- The Last Dance - Documentary about basketball with inspirational themes.
- Love & Basketball - Combines themes of romance and basketball.
- Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story - Comedy with sports underdog themes.
- The Longest Yard - Sports comedy about redemption and teamwork.
- Zathura: A Space Adventure - Adventure and teamwork, while not entirely sports-focused.
- Battle of the Year - Focus on dance as a competitive sport.
- Cool Runnings - Underdogs in sports with a blend of humor and heart.
- The Game Plan - Combines sports with family themes.
- Rudy - Inspiration and determination in sports.
- Uncle Drew - Basketball centered with a comedic twist.
- We Are Marshall - A true story of sports resilience.
- The Rookie - Inspiration and sports motivation.
- Pride - Underdog sports story with mentoring dynamics.
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- Step Up - Focuses on dance with elements of competition.
- The 5th Quarter - Focused on themes of loss and resilience in sports.
- The Fighting Temptations - Underrepresented groups overcoming challenges through teamwork.
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- The Court Jester - Both feature comedic elements and a central character involved in sports or competitive situations.
- Space Jam - Combines comedy with sports and features a character helping a sports team succeed.
- Cool Runnings - Tells an inspiring story about an underdog sports team with a comedic twist.
- The Mighty Ducks - Focuses on a misfit sports team and their journey to success with humor and heart.
- Little Giants - Features kids in a sports setting, emphasizing teamwork and determination with comedic elements.
- Angels in the Outfield - Involves sports with a magical twist, showcasing teamwork and the importance of belief.
- For Love of the Game - A sports film that combines drama and personal growth similar to sports narratives.
- Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story - A comedy centered around sports competition with quirky characters and humor.
- Rookie of the Year - Follows a young boy who becomes a professional athlete, blending sports with family-friendly humor.
- The Waterboy - A comedic sports film centered around an unlikely sports hero.
- Happy Gilmore - Features an underdog character in the sports domain with heavy comedic elements.
- Kicking & Screaming - Centers on a father's influence in youth sports, filled with laughter and relatable moments.
- The Sandlot - A nostalgic coming-of-age story centered around a group of kids playing baseball.
- Shaolin Soccer - Combines martial arts with a sports theme, emphasizing teamwork and comedic antics.
- Bend It Like Beckham - Focuses on women's sports and the journey of a young athlete, blending culture and comedy.
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Features unconventional heroes with sportsmanship and adventure elements.
- The Legend of Bagger Vance - A mix of personal journey and golf, with a blend of drama and inspiration.
- Bobby Fischer Against the World - While more serious, it delves into the competitive spirit akin to sports narratives.
- The Big Green - Focuses on a group of misfits learning to work together in a sports setting.
- Cars - Features competition and an underdog story in a playful and humorous way.
- The Longest Yard - Combines sports with comedy through an unconventional team setup.
- Elf - While not directly about sports, it embodies the theme of an underdog achieving the impossible.
- A League of Their Own - Explores women's sports with humor, camaraderie, and an inspirational storyline.
- Major League - A classic sports comedy featuring an unconventional baseball team and their journey.
- Meet the Robinsons - Involves a mix of goofy humor and inspirational themes, similar to sports narratives.
- The Little Giants - Features an underdog football team with comedic scenarios.
- The Bad News Bears - A comedy focusing on a misfit youth baseball team and their hilarious journey.
- Pride - Based on a true story, it combines sports themes with social issues and humor.
- Buttermilk Sky - Combines adventure and competition with humor and heart.
- Remember the Titans - An inspiring sports film focusing on teamwork and overcoming obstacles.
- The Blind Side - An inspiring story of an athlete's rise, blending drama and heartwarming moments.
- The Other Dream Team - A documentary that encapsulates the spirit of competition and achievement in sports.
- Jerry Maguire - Follows the journey of a sports agent, blending sports with personal growth and comedy.
- Happy Feet - Combines dance, music, and competition in a family-friendly package.
- Herbie, the Love Bug - Features a quirky protagonist and comedic adventures related to competition.
- Fast Break - A sports film that combines elements of comedy and an underdog story.
- Second String - Focuses on a misfit sports team with humor and heartwarming moments.
- The Boss Baby: Family Business - Involves team dynamics and competitions in a comedic and whimsical setting.
Last updated: 2024-10-05 22:34:19
