Movies like Boogie

Coach Carter showcases the true story of a coach who made headlines for benching his undefeated high school basketball team due to poor academic performance. This movie, like Boogie, discusses the importance of discipline, education, and sportsmanship amidst the backdrop of basketball.

Directed by Spike Lee, He Got Game is a compelling story about the pressures of high school basketball stardom and a strained father-son relationship, echoing thematic elements present in Boogie. With a strong performance by Denzel Washington and real-life NBA star Ray Allen, this film is a slam dunk for viewers looking for more on and off the court drama.

Love & Basketball combines the passion for the sport with a love story, as it follows two childhood neighbors aspiring to be professional basketball players while navigating the ups and downs of their relationship. Viewers who enjoyed the romantic aspect of Boogie will find a similar heartfelt dynamic here.

This documentary follows the lives of two African-American high school students in Chicago and their dream of becoming professional basketball players. Like Boogie, Hoop Dreams provides a raw and realistic look at the ambition and pressures that young athletes face.

While not centered around basketball, Hustle & Flow shares Boogie's themes of following one's dreams against the odds. The movie chronicles a Memphis pimp who aspires to become a successful rapper, an ambition that parallels Boogie's hoop dreams and his struggles to make them a reality.

A classic in the basketball film genre, White Men Can't Jump tells the story of two streetball hustlers who form an unlikely partnership. The movie's blend of humor, camaraderie, and competitive spirit will resonate with fans of Boogie.

Above the Rim combines the grit of street basketball with personal drama, much like Boogie. It follows a promising New York City basketball star who is torn between playing for his high school team and hustling for a local drug dealer. Fans of Boogie will appreciate the basketball backdrop and the exploration of inner-city challenges.