Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Play It to the Bone List

• Rocky - Both feature boxing and the struggles of the title character pursuing their dreams.
• Cinderella Man - Follows the story of a boxer facing adversity during the Great Depression.
• The Fighter - A biographical movie about a professional boxer and the challenges he faces in and out of the ring.
• Creed - Continues the legacy of the Rocky series with a focus on the next generation of boxers.
• Raging Bull - A classic boxing film that explores the life of a troubled boxer.
• Million Dollar Baby - A story about a female boxer and her relationship with her coach.
• Southpaw - Concentrates on a boxer who must overcome personal tragedy and adversity.
• Ali - A biographical film about the life of boxing legend Muhammad Ali.
• Snatch - Involves boxing and underground fight scenes, blending drama and humor.
• The Punching Game - Centers around competitive boxing and personal relationships.
• Body and Soul - Classic boxing drama focusing on ambition and personal conflict.
• Breaking Bad - While not about boxing, it features intense personal struggles and moral dilemmas.
• Warrior - A story about two brothers who end up fighting in a mixed martial arts tournament.
• The Hurricane - Based on a true story about a boxer wrongfully imprisoned.
• Hands of Stone - Biographical drama about Panamanian boxer Roberto Durán.
• Daredevil - Features struggles and fights, although focuses on superhero vs. crime elements.
• Bleed for This - A biographical sports drama about boxer Vinny Pazienza and his comeback.
• Grudge Match - A comedic take on retired boxers coming out of retirement for one last fight.
• The Great White Hope - Based on the life of a black heavyweight champion encountering racial struggles.
• The Wrestler - Explores struggles of a professional wrestler, similar in theme to boxing life.
• The Fighter's Ballad - Focuses on a young fighter's journey through challenges and personal growth.
• Round 3 - Follows the life of an aspiring boxer facing numerous difficulties.
• The All-American Boy - Focuses on young boxers and their determination to succeed.
• Beyond the Ring - Defining boxing path filled with struggles and redemption.
• Undisputed - Features mixed martial arts and boxing rivalries, with strong character arcs.
• Rocky Balboa - The final chapter in the Rocky saga, highlighting perseverance and legacy.
• Fat City - A raw look at a boxer’s life filled with challenges and relationships.
• The Good Son - Shares themes of familial relationships in challenging circumstances.
• Pound for Pound - Focuses on the personal and professional lives of boxers facing adversity.
• A Fighter's Heart - Explores the emotional and physical demands of being a fighter.
• Sparring - Follows fighters as they navigate personal and professional issues associated with boxing.
• Born to Fight - Action film about a fighter overcoming obstacles and the physical toll of boxing.
• Never Back Down - Involves competitive fighting and the personal growth of the main character.
• The Green Mile - Contains themes of struggle, redemption, and moral dilemmas.
• The Equalizer - Explores personal justice and fighting against the odds, though not boxing directly.
• A Fighting Man - About two fighters who meet in the ring, focusing on their personal lives and struggles.
• Fight Club - Revolves around fighting for personal freedom and identity, with a strong focus on masculinity.
• Ninja II: The Domination - Features action-packed fighting scenes and personal vendettas.
• The Man with Two Brains - While comedic, it shares themes of personal relationships and conflicts, akin to boxing dynamics.
• Cyborg Cop - Involves fighting against corrupt systems with personal stakes.
• Knockout - Focuses on a fighter dealing with personal and professional challenges.
• Roar - Though it's different in tone, it explores animal instincts and fight for survival akin to a boxer's journey.
• The Last Fight - A boxer tries to reclaim his past in the face of personal demons.
• Sweet Science - Explores the world of boxing, with a focus on relationships and competition.
• Grudge Match - Retired boxers come out of retirement, invoking themes of legacy and rivalry.