Rise
2022 DramaAfter emigrating to Greece from Nigeria, Vera and Charles Antetokounmpo struggled to survive and provide for their five children, while living under the daily threat of deportation. Desperate to obtain Greek citizenship but undermined by a system that blocked them at every turn, the family's vision, determination and faith lifted them out of obscurity to launch the careers of three NBA champions.
Movies like Rise
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#1
Hustle
Synopsis:
After discovering a once-in-a-lifetime player with a rocky past abroad, a down on his luck basketball scout takes it upon himself to bring the phenom to the States without his team's approval. Against the odds, they have one final shot to prove they have what it takes to make it in the NBA.
Starring:
Adam Sandler,
Ben Foster,
Queen Latifah
Plot:
dramedy,
girl,
f word,
basketball,
career,
spain,
business,
job,
basketball court,
basketball player
...
#2
Slam Dunk
Synopsis:
Sakuragi Hanamichi is a junior high punk used to getting into fights and being rejected by girls but upon entering high school he meets the girl of his dreams, Haruko Akagi. He will do anything in order to win her heart including joining the school basketball team that is aiming to conquer the nation lead by Haruko's brother. The problem is that Sakuragi has never played basketball before and a f…
Starring:
Takeshi Kusao,
Hochu Otsuka,
Hisao Egawa
#3
The First Slam Dunk
Synopsis:
Shohoku's “speedster” and point guard, Ryota Miyagi, always plays with brains and lightning speed, running circles around his opponents while feigning composure. In his second year of high school, Ryota plays with the Shohoku High School basketball team along with Sakuragi, Rukawa, Akagi, and Mitsui as they take the stage at the Inter-High School National Championship. And now, they are on the br…
Starring:
Maaya Sakamoto,
Subaru Kimura,
Kenta Miyake
#4
Space Jam
Synopsis:
Jokes fly as the Tune Squad takes on the Nerdlucks in a hardcourt game to decide if the Looney Tunes remain here... or become attractions at a far-off galactic off-ramp called Moron Mountain. The Nerdlucks have a monstrous secret weapon: they've stolen the skills of top NBA stars like Charles Barkley and Patrick Ewing and become Monstars. But that's not all, folks. The Tune Squad’s secret weapon …
Starring:
Theresa Randle,
Bill Murray,
Michael Jordan
#5
The Basketball Diaries
Synopsis:
A high school basketball player’s life turns upside down after free-falling into the harrowing world of drug addiction.
Starring:
Mark Wahlberg,
Michael Imperioli,
Ernie Hudson
#6
Maradona, Blessed Dream
Synopsis:
The controversial life and history of Argentine football legend Diego Armando Maradona. From his beginnings in Villa Fiorito, one of the poorest barrios of Buenos Aires, to achieving glory on the international football league. Earning himself a well-deserved place in history. Living a life strewn with drugs, sex and public scrutiny, he played by his own rules regardless of the consequences. Watch…
Starring:
Juan Palomino,
Claudio Rissi,
Juan Cruz Romero
Plot:
football,
athlete,
female nudity,
soccer,
reenactment,
soccer player,
journey,
training,
life,
stadium
...
#7
Crater
Synopsis:
After the death of his father, a boy growing up on a lunar mining colony takes a trip to explore a legendary crater, along with his four best friends, prior to being permanently relocated to another planet.
Starring:
Mckenna Grace,
Hero Hunter,
Kid Cudi
Plot:
death,
space,
coming of age,
friend,
father,
planet,
exploration,
mysterious,
boy,
trip
...
#8
Pokémon
Synopsis:
Join Ash accompanied by his partner Pikachu, as he travels through many regions, meets new friends and faces new challenges on his quest to become a Pokémon Master.
Starring:
Ikue Otani,
Rica Matsumoto
#9
Creed II
Synopsis:
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.
Starring:
Sylvester Stallone,
Tessa Thompson,
Dolph Lundgren
Plot:
baby,
training montage,
sequel,
boxing match,
boxer,
boxing ring,
revenge,
showdown,
philadelphia pennsylvania,
desert
...
#10
Flamin' Hot
Synopsis:
The inspiring true story of Richard Montañez, the Frito Lay janitor who channeled his Mexican American heritage and upbringing to turn the iconic Flamin’ Hot Cheetos into a snack that disrupted the food industry and became a global pop culture phenomenon.
Starring:
Jimmy Gonzales,
Dennis Haysbert,
Tony Shalhoub
Plot:
businessman,
based on real people,
1980s,
year 1989,
reference to cheetos,
mexican american,
food,
hulu,
phenomenon,
industry
...
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#11
Space Jam: A New Legacy
Synopsis:
When LeBron and his young son Dom are trapped in a digital space by a rogue A.I., LeBron must get them home safe by leading Bugs, Lola Bunny and the whole gang of notoriously undisciplined Looney Tunes to victory over the A.I.'s digitized champions on the court. It's Tunes versus Goons in the highest-stakes challenge of his life.
Starring:
Don Cheadle,
Eric Bauza,
Xosha Roquemore
Plot:
cartoon character,
live action and animation,
rabbit,
duck,
monster,
pig,
mouse,
cat,
bird,
villain
...
#12
Daddy's Home
Synopsis:
The story of a mild-mannered radio executive who strives to become the best stepdad ever to his wife's two children, but complications ensue when their freewheeling, freeloading real father arrives, forcing stepdad to compete for the affection of the kids.
Starring:
John Cena,
Mark Wahlberg,
Bobby Cannavale
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#13
Raging Bull
Synopsis:
The life of boxer Jake LaMotta, whose violence and temper that led him to the top in the ring destroyed his life outside of it.
Starring:
Frank Adonis,
Robert De Niro,
John Turturro
#14
White Men Can't Jump
Synopsis:
Seemingly opposite street hoopers, Jeremy, an injury prone former star, and Kamal, a has-been prodigy, team up to take one final shot at living out their dreams.
Starring:
Lance Reddick,
Sinqua Walls,
Laura Harrier
Plot:
basketball sport,
remake,
basketball,
basketball player,
tournament,
ball,
color in title,
buddy,
friendship,
hustle
...
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#15
Coco
Synopsis:
Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz. Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector, and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock…
Starring:
Benjamin Bratt,
Anthony Gonzalez,
Gael García Bernal
Plot:
mexico,
afterlife,
musician,
death,
day of the dead,
petal,
singing,
memory,
ban on music,
dog
...
#16
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows
Synopsis:
After supervillain Shredder escapes custody, he joins forces with mad scientist Baxter Stockman and two dimwitted henchmen, Bebop and Rocksteady, to unleash a diabolical plan to take over the world. As the Turtles prepare to take on Shredder and his new crew, they find themselves facing an even greater evil with similar intentions: the notorious Krang.
Starring:
Noel Fisher,
Stephen Amell,
Alan Ritchson
#17
Chupa
Synopsis:
While visiting family in Mexico, a lonely boy befriends a mythical creature hiding on his grandfather's ranch and embarks on the adventure of a lifetime.
Starring:
Demián Bichir,
Gerardo Taracena,
Christian Slater
Plot:
young,
teenager,
young boy,
teenage boy,
mexico,
mythical,
creature,
exploration,
trip,
power
...
#18
Death Wish
Synopsis:
A mild-mannered father is transformed into a killing machine after his family is torn apart by a violent act.
Starring:
Jack Kesy,
Bruce Willis,
Vincent D'Onofrio
Plot:
remake,
vigilante,
vigilantism,
death of wife,
home invasion,
woman in jeopardy,
urban decay,
finger gun,
detective,
dark hero
...
#19
Cheaper by the Dozen
Synopsis:
This remake of the beloved classic follows the raucous exploits of a blended family of 12, the Bakers, as they navigate a hectic home life while simultaneously managing their family business.
Starring:
Gabrielle Union,
Andre Robinson,
Zach Braff
Plot:
based on novel,
father,
reboot,
semi autobiographical,
friend,
slimehouse,
family comedy,
grounded,
racism,
gated community
...
#20
Rocky IV
Synopsis:
After iron man Drago, a highly intimidating 6-foot-5, 261-pound Soviet athlete, kills Apollo Creed in an exhibition match, Rocky comes to the heart of Russia for 15 pile-driving boxing rounds of revenge.
Starring:
Sylvester Stallone,
Dolph Lundgren,
Brigitte Nielsen