10 Movies & Shows Like Underdogs (2013)

Description: A classic underdog story about a misfit little league baseball team that learns to believe in themselves and compete with heart, despite their lack of skill and resources.

Fact: The film was groundbreaking for its use of profanity and realistic portrayal of kids in sports, which was uncommon in family films at the time. It spawned several sequels and a remake.

Description: A touching sports comedy-drama about the first professional women's baseball league, focusing on the struggles and triumphs of female athletes in a male-dominated era.

Fact: The film is based on the real-life All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, which operated from 1943 to 195Many former league players served as consultants on the film.

Description: A feel-good sports film about a ragtag youth hockey team that transforms from underdogs to champions through perseverance, camaraderie, and the guidance of an unlikely coach.

Fact: The success of the film led to the creation of a real-life Mighty Ducks NHL team, the Anaheim Ducks, in 199The team's logo and colors were inspired by the movie.

Description: A heartwarming sports comedy about an underdog Jamaican bobsled team overcoming skepticism and adversity to compete in the Winter Olympics, showcasing determination and teamwork.

Fact: The film is loosely based on the true story of the Jamaican national bobsled team's debut in the 1988 Winter Olympics. The team's sled was named 'Cool Runnings' as a nod to the film's title.

Description: A heartfelt sports drama about a determined young man who overcomes physical limitations and doubters to achieve his dream of playing football for Notre Dame.

Fact: The real Rudy Ruettiger was the first Notre Dame football player to be carried off the field by his teammates. The film's success led to Ruettiger becoming a motivational speaker.

Description: An uplifting sports drama about a high school football team overcoming racial tensions and personal differences to unite and achieve greatness on the field.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the 1971 T.C. Williams High School football team in Alexandria, Virginia. The real-life team went undefeated and won the state championship that year.

Description: An inspiring true story about a high school teacher who defies age and odds to pursue his dream of playing Major League Baseball, proving it's never too late to chase your passion.

Fact: The film is based on the life of Jim Morris, who made his MLB debut at age 35 after a 12-year hiatus from baseball. Morris threw a 98 mph fastball during his tryout, astonishing scouts.

Description: A gripping sports film about the underdog U.S. hockey team's improbable victory over the Soviet Union at the 1980 Winter Olympics, symbolizing hope and national pride.

Fact: The film's climactic game against the Soviet Union was meticulously recreated using the original play-by-play commentary. Many of the actors underwent intense hockey training to portray the real-life players accurately.

Description: A powerful sports drama that highlights the unifying power of rugby in post-apartheid South Africa, focusing on the underdog national team's journey to the World Cup.

Fact: The film's title comes from the poem 'Invictus' by William Ernest Henley, which Nelson Mandela often recited to himself during his imprisonment. The poem's themes of resilience and hope mirror the film's message.

Description: An inspiring biographical sports film about an unlikely Olympian who defies the odds and naysayers to compete in ski jumping, embodying the spirit of determination and passion.

Fact: The real Eddie Edwards, on whom the film is based, had no formal training in ski jumping before his Olympic debut. He famously wore six pairs of socks to keep his oversized boots from slipping off.