Rocky
Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young
A small-time Philadelphia boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the world heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.
Why you'll love it
An underdog boxer gets a shot at the heavyweight championship, embodying the spirit of perseverance in sports.
Million Dollar Baby
Hilary Swank, Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman
Frankie, an ill-tempered old coach, reluctantly agrees to train aspiring boxer Maggie. Impressed with her determination and talent, he helps her become the best and the two soon form a close bond.
Why you'll love it
A moving tale of a determined female boxer and her trainer, showcasing the emotional and physical challenges of the sport.
Remember the Titans
Denzel Washington, Will Patton, Wood Harris
In 1971 Virginia high school football was everything to the people of Alexandria. But when the school board was forced to integrate an all-black school with an all-white one, the very foundation of football's tradition was put to ...
Why you'll love it
Based on a true story, this film explores themes of racial integration and unity through a high school football team.
The Blind Side
Quinton Aaron, Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw
The story of Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who became an All-American football player and first-round NFL draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family.
Why you'll love it
The story of Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who became an All-American football player with the help of a caring woman and her family.
Moneyball
Brad Pitt, Robin Wright, Jonah Hill
Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to assemble a baseball team on a lean budget by employing computer-generated analysis to acquire new players.
Why you'll love it
The film focuses on the true story of a baseball team's innovative approach to assembling a competitive team on a budget.