If you are into sport then you are spoil for choice when it comes to sports-related films. Some of the most popular genres have been baseball, basketball, motor racing and football. Even if you don’t follow them or on a naive mode, you will surely love them.

Check out our list of best sports movies to watch in this weekend with your friends and family.

1. Moneyball (2011)

There have been a few films about baseball, but this one is more about the behind-the-scenes creation of a winning team using logic and statistics. Moneyball is a 2011 American biographical sports drama film based on the 2003 nonfiction book, “Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game”, by Michael Lewis. The film tells the story of Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane’s attempts to assemble a competitive team despite the franchise’s limited budget. Beane and his assistant general manager, Peter Brand, use a sophisticated saber metric approach to scouting and analyzing players, which allows them to identify undervalued talent.

It was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $163 million worldwide. Moneyball was praised for its realistic portrayal of the inner workings of Major League Baseball, its strong performances, and its inspiring story of unconventional thinking and unconventional success.

It is an interesting take on the sport and is an entertaining watch. The movie won Academy Awards in the categories of Best Picture, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Actor (Brad Pitt) and Best Supporting Actor (Jonah Hill).

2. Ford vs Ferrari (2019)

Ford vs Ferrari is a 2019 historical drama film about the Ford Motor Company’s quest to build a car capable of defeating Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The film stars Matt Damon as Carroll Shelby, the American automotive designer and racing driver who was tasked with leading the project, and Christian Bale as Ken Miles, the British-American racing driver who was Shelby’s hand-picked driver for the race.

Directed by James Mangold, this story is well told and incorporates a lot of true-life events. In the end, the Ford GT40s finished first, second, and third, marking a historic victory for Ford and a major upset for Ferrari. Ford vs Ferrari is a gripping and inspiring film that tells the story of two men who were driven by their passion for racing and their determination to win. The film is a must-see for anyone who loves cars, racing, or simply a good story about overcoming adversity.

This sports film is crafted with gripping filmmaking and impeccable dialogues. From point of view of critics and box office, it is one of best sports movies to watch. Even if you are not in racing game genre, you will surely love it.

3. The Way Back (2020)

The Way Back is a 2020 American sports drama film directed by Gavin O’Connor and written by Brad Ingelsby. It stars Ben Affleck as Jack Cunningham, a former basketball star who has turned to alcoholism and lost everything in his life. He walked away from the basketball at the peak of his game. When he is asked to coach the basketball team at his alma mater, he sees it as a chance to get his life back on track. It is like to have a shot at redemption which he has sought for so many years.  

The Way Back is a powerful and moving film that explores the themes of redemption, second chances, and the power of sports to bring people together. It is a must-see for fans of sports films and anyone who has ever struggled with addiction or personal loss.

As per critics, this is one of the best Ben Affleck movie where he has done a natural acting. A very good storytelling, where a man stood against all the odds.

4. Seabiscuit (2003)

Seabiscuit is the story of one of the greatest thoroughbred horses to have ever lived. It stars Tobey Maguire as jockey John “Red” Pollard and Jeff Bridges as Charles S. Howard, who was a businessman and prominent racehorse owner. Although he never raced at the Randwick races today, he certainly would have been a contender and most likely a winner. Along with the likes of Phar Lap, Makybe Diva and Secretariat, he is one of the true legends of the sport and it makes sense that his story was put to film.

Seabiscuit was a horse who was not supposed to succeed. He was small, he was crooked, and he had a number of physical ailments. But Seabiscuit had two things going for him: a trainer who believed in him and a jockey who was willing to give him a chance. Charles Howard, Seabiscuit’s trainer, was a former car salesman who had never trained a racehorse before. But Howard saw something special in Seabiscuit, and he was determined to make him a winner.

Together, Howard and Pollard helped Seabiscuit to overcome his physical limitations and achieve greatness. Seabiscuit went on to win 33 races, including the Santa Anita Handicap and the Triple Crown. He also became a national icon, symbolizing the power of hope and determination in the face of adversity.

Undoubtedly, it is one of best sports movies to watch. It has been coined as an iconic classic movie. The screenplay, acting, editing gets you in the film till it lasts, and beyond that. A must watch!

5. Rush (2013)

Another motor racing film on this list sees the trials and tribulations of the 1976 Formula 1 season, focusing on Brit James Hunt and German Nikki Lauda. The film did well at the box office and was directed by Ron Howard with leads Chris Hemsworth and Daniel Brühl giving intense and realistic performances. The story is not 100% accurate to real-life events but it does realistically convey the sport as it was in the 1970s.

The film opens with Hunt and Lauda preparing for the 1976 season. Hunt is a flamboyant playboy who loves the fast life, while Lauda is a more reserved and focused driver. Despite their different personalities, the two men are fierce competitors who are determined to win.

The film chronicles the highs and lows of the 1976 season, including Hunt’s victory at the British Grand Prix and Lauda’s horrific crash at the German Grand Prix. Lauda was badly burned in the crash and was given a 50/50 chance of survival. However, he made a miraculous recovery and returned to racing just six weeks later. The film ends with the 1976 season finale, the Japanese Grand Prix. Hunt and Lauda are tied for the championship going into the race. Hunt eventually wins the race and the championship, but it is a close-fought battle that goes down to the wire.

You will love this sports film of big boy toys. Full of high octane drama, style and entertainment. Get bunch of pop corns and cold drinks before starting it.

6. I, Tonya (2017)

Margot Robbie stars in this biopic as competitive figure skater Tonya Harding and follows her career from age four until the event that hurt her competitor Nancy Kerrigan in 1994. It is a dark comedy that follows the somewhat unreliable narratives of Harding and her ex-husband Jeff Gillooly. A very entertaining film if you are into the way it is made which includes breaking of the fourth wall and mockumentary-style interviews of the key players in the incident.

The film is told from the perspective of Harding and her ex-husband Jeff Gillooly, who were both convicted of conspiring to have Kerrigan attacked. The film is notable for its unconventional style, which mixes interviews with the real-life figures with re-enactments of the events.

Coined as one of best sports movies to watch, it was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $53 million worldwide against a budget of $11 million. It also stars Sebastian Stan as Jeff Gillooly and Allison Janney as Harding’s mother LaVona Golden in an award-winning performance, when she nabbed the Best Supporting Actress award at the 90th Academy Awards.

Margot has done an outstanding act. There are so many dialogues and scenes that are carry a huge depth than it shows on the surface. You need to check every bit of it to get it fully.

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