20 Best Sport Movies on Paramount Plus 2026
Find the best sport movies on Paramount Plus, from Rocky and The Sandlot to Dodgeball, Days of Thunder, and more great picks to stream now.
If you’re hunting for a great sports-movie queue on Paramount Plus, this list brings together crowd-pleasers, underdog stories, and a few left-field picks that still deliver. You’ll find classics like Rocky and Rocky II, high-speed drama in Days of Thunder, and laugh-out-loud favorites such as Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story and Hot Rod. There’s also heart and nostalgia in The Sandlot, plus sharp coming-of-age energy in She’s the Man. With action, drama, comedy, and family-friendly options all in one place, this roundup makes it easy to find the right watch for your mood.
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Rocky
drama · sport
Rocky Balboa is a Philadelphia club fighter who seems to be going nowhere. But when a stroke of fate puts him in the ring with a world heavyweight champion, Rocky knows that it's his one shot at the big time — a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to go the distance and come out a winner!
Directed by John G. AvildsenCast Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Burgess MeredithAMC+Paramount Plus -
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Days of Thunder
action · drama · sport
Talented but unproven stock car driver Cole Trickle gets a break and with the guidance of veteran Harry Hogge turns heads on the track. The young hotshot develops a rivalry with a fellow racer that threatens his career when the two smash their cars. But with the help of his doctor, Cole just might overcome his injuries-- and his fear.
Directed by Tony ScottCast Tom Cruise, Robert Duvall, Nicole Kidman, Randy Quaid, Cary ElwesParamount Plus -
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Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
comedy · sport
When megalomaniacal White Goodman, the owner of a trendy, high-end fitness center, makes a move to take over the struggling local gym run by happy-go-lucky Pete La Fleur, there's only one way for La Fleur to fight back: dodgeball. Aided by a dodgeball guru and Goodman's attorney, La Fleur and his rag-tag team of underdogs launch a knock-down, drag-out battle in which the winner takes all.
Directed by Rawson Marshall ThurberCast Vince Vaughn, Christine Taylor, Ben Stiller, Rip Torn, Justin LongParamount Plus -
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Bleed for This
biography · drama · sport
The inspirational story of World Champion Boxer Vinny Pazienza, who after a near fatal car crash, which left him not knowing if he'd ever walk again, made one of sports most incredible comebacks.
Directed by Ben YoungerCast Miles Teller, Aaron Eckhart, Katey Sagal, Ciarán Hinds, Ted LevineParamount Plus -
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She's the Man
comedy · romance · sport
Viola Hastings is in a real jam. Complications threaten her scheme to pose as her twin brother, Sebastian, and take his place at a new boarding school. She falls in love with her handsome roommate, Duke, who loves beautiful Olivia, who has fallen for Sebastian! As if that were not enough, Viola's twin returns from London ahead of schedule but has no idea that his sister has already replaced him on campus.
Directed by Andy FickmanCast Amanda Bynes, Channing Tatum, Laura Ramsey, Vinnie Jones, David CrossHuluParamount Plus -
06
Rocky II
drama · sport
After Rocky goes the distance with champ Apollo Creed, both try to put the fight behind them and move on. Rocky settles down with Adrian but can't put his life together outside the ring, while Creed seeks a rematch to restore his reputation. Soon enough, the "Master of Disaster" and the "Italian Stallion" are set on a collision course for a climactic battle that is brutal and unforgettable.
Directed by Sylvester StalloneCast Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Burgess MeredithAMC+Paramount Plus -
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Creed II
action · drama · sport
Between personal obligations and training for his next big fight against an opponent with ties to his family's past, Adonis Creed is up against the challenge of his life.
Directed by Steven Caple Jr.Cast Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, Tessa Thompson, Phylicia Rashad, Dolph LundgrenHuluParamount Plus -
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80 for Brady
comedy · drama · sport
Four lifelong friends set out on an unforgettable journey to see their hero Tom Brady play in Super Bowl LI and witness one of the greatest comebacks in sports history, discovering that it's never too late to live life to the fullest. Inspired by a true story.
Directed by Kyle MarvinCast Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno, Sally Field, Tom BradyNetflixParamount Plus -
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Rocky Balboa
drama · sport
When he loses a highly publicized virtual boxing match to ex-champ Rocky Balboa, reigning heavyweight titleholder Mason Dixon retaliates by challenging the Italian Stallion to a 10-round exhibition bout. To the surprise of his son and friends, Rocky agrees to come out of retirement and face an opponent who's faster, stronger and thirty years his junior. Rocky takes on Dixon in what will become the greatest fight in boxing history!
Directed by Sylvester StalloneCast Sylvester Stallone, Burt Young, Antonio Tarver, Geraldine Hughes, Milo VentimigliaAMC+Paramount Plus -
10
Creed
action · drama · sport
The former World Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa serves as a trainer and mentor to Adonis Johnson, the son of his late friend and former rival Apollo Creed.
Directed by Ryan CooglerCast Michael B. Jordan, Sylvester Stallone, Tessa Thompson, Phylicia Rashad, Andre WardHuluParamount Plus -
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Rocky IV
drama · sport
Rocky Balboa holds the world heavyweight championship, but a new challenger has stepped forward: Drago, a six-foot-four, 261-pound fighter who has the backing of the Soviet Union. This time, Rocky's training regimen takes him to Siberia, where he prepares for a globally televised match in the heart of Moscow. But nothing can truly prepare him for what he's about to face – a fight to the finish, in which he must defend not only himself, but also the honor of his country!
Directed by Sylvester StalloneCast Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Brigitte NielsenAMC+Paramount Plus -
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Rocky V
drama · sport
A lifetime of taking shots has ended Rocky’s career, and a crooked accountant has left him broke. Inspired by the memory of his trainer, however, Rocky finds glory in training and takes on an up-and-coming boxer.
Directed by John G. AvildsenCast Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Sage Stallone, Burgess MeredithAMC+Paramount Plus -
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Rocky III
drama · sport
Following Rocky Balboa's intense battle with his most powerful adversary yet – the ferocious Clubber Lang – Rocky joins forces with former rival Apollo Creed in an effort to get back his fighting spirit.
Directed by Sylvester StalloneCast Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, Burgess MeredithAMC+Paramount Plus -
14
Blades of Glory
comedy · sport
When a much-publicized ice-skating scandal strips them of their gold medals, two world-class athletes skirt their way back onto the ice via a loophole that allows them to compete together as a pairs team.
Directed by Josh Gordon, Will SpeckCast Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, Will Arnett, Amy Poehler, Jenna FischerParamount Plus -
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The Longest Yard
comedy · crime · sport
Disgraced pro football quarterback Paul Crewe lands in a Texas federal penitentiary, where manipulative Warden Hazen recruits him to advise the institution's football team of prison guards. Crewe suggests a tune-up game which lands him quarterbacking a crew of inmates in a game against the guards. Aided by incarcerated ex-NFL coach and player Nate Scarborough, Crewe and his team must overcome not only the bloodthirstiness of the opposition, but also the corrupt warden trying to fix the game against them.
Directed by Peter SegalCast Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Burt Reynolds, Nelly, Michael IrvinAmazon Prime VideoParamount Plus -
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Chuck
biography · drama · sport
A drama inspired by the life of heavyweight boxer Chuck Wepner.
Directed by Philippe FalardeauCast Liev Schreiber, Elisabeth Moss, Ron Perlman, Naomi Watts, Jim GaffiganParamount Plus -
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Day of the Fight
drama · sport
On the day of his first fight since his release from prison, a once-renowned boxer embarks on a redemptive journey through his past and present.
Directed by Jack HustonCast Steve Buscemi, Ron Perlman, Joe Pesci, Michael Pitt, John MagaroParamount Plus -
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Varsity Blues
comedy · drama · romance · sport
In small-town Texas, high school football is a religion, 17-year-old schoolboys carry the hopes of an entire community onto the gridiron every Friday night. When star quarterback Lance Harbor suffers an injury, the Coyotes are forced to regroup under the questionable leadership of John Moxon, a second-string quarterback with a slightly irreverent approach to the game.
Directed by Brian RobbinsCast James Van Der Beek, Jon Voight, Paul Walker, Ron Lester, Scott CaanParamount Plus -
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Million Dollar Baby
drama · sport
Despondent over a painful estrangement from his daughter, trainer Frankie Dunn isn't prepared for boxer Maggie Fitzgerald to enter his life. But Maggie's determined to go pro and to convince Dunn and his cohort to help her.
Directed by Clint EastwoodCast Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank, Morgan Freeman, Jay Baruchel, Mike ColterParamount Plus -
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Creed III
action · drama · sport
After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed has thrived in his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damian Anderson, resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damian — a fighter with nothing to lose.
Directed by Michael B. JordanCast Michael B. Jordan, Tessa Thompson, Jonathan Majors, Wood Harris, Phylicia RashadHuluParamount Plus
Wrapping Up
From boxing legends to baseball nostalgia and offbeat comedies, this collection shows how much range sports movies can have on Paramount Plus. Whether you want an emotional rise, a big laugh, or a feel-good family watch, there’s something here worth pressing play on. Bookmark this page and come back when you’re deciding what to watch next, because it’s updated regularly to keep the picks fresh. That way, you’ll always have a reliable place to check for standout titles before your next movie night.
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Yes — every title on this list is currently available on Paramount Plus. Availability can change, so we recommend checking the streaming link on each title before you start watching.
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Last updated: September 9, 2026