Movies like He Got Game

Based on a true story, Coach Carter centers on a high school basketball coach who demands excellence, discipline, and accountability from his players. Much like He Got Game, this film explores themes of responsibility, the potential of youth, and the power of sports to change lives.

The Basketball Diaries is a harrowing depiction of a high school basketball star's fall from grace due to addiction. It resonates with He Got Game in its stark look at the challenges facing young athletes and the external forces that can derail dreams of glory on the court.

This romantic drama intertwines the passion for the game of basketball with the complications of love as it follows two lead characters pursuing their dreams of playing professional basketball. Fans of He Got Game will resonate with Love & Basketball’s portrayal of ambition, love, and the role that sports play in shaping one’s identity.

This drama, featuring a young basketball player who forms an unexpected friendship with a reclusive writer, delves into themes of mentorship, talent, and overcoming social barriers. Similar to He Got Game, Finding Forrester combines the elements of sports with a powerful narrative arc about personal growth and ambition.

This buddy sports comedy addresses stereotypes and survival in the world of street basketball. While lighter in tone, White Men Can't Jump shares with He Got Game a deep affection for basketball culture and the bond that the game creates among its players.

Although a documentary, Hoop Dreams provides an intimate and realistic portrayal of two Chicago high school students and aspiring NBA players. It echoes the themes found in He Got Game, focusing on the hopes, struggles, and hard work that define the pursuit of basketball excellence.

Above the Rim is a gritty, urban basketball drama that delves into the challenges and temptations facing a high school basketball star. Just like in He Got Game, the sport serves as a backdrop for deep character study and social commentary, drawing viewers who appreciate the intersection of sports and compelling storytelling.

Blue Chips tackles the dark side of college basketball, revealing the pressures faced by a coach to recruit top players by any means necessary. Fans of He Got Game will appreciate the film's critique of the commercialization of college sports and the ethical dilemmas that the characters face.