Movies like Here Comes the Boom

Adam Sandler leads a cast of convicts who form a football team to take on their guards. With a mix of humor, sports action, and an ensemble cast, The Longest Yard shares the spirit of Here Comes the Boom, rooting for the underdogs to win against all odds.

In Nacho Libre, Jack Black stars as a cook at a Mexican monastery who becomes a luchador (wrestler) to raise money for the orphans. The quirky and good-hearted nature of its protagonist’s journey towards an improbable athletic career mirrors that of Kevin James’ character in Here Comes the Boom.

Central Intelligence combines action with comedy as Kevin Hart and Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson team up in this unlikely buddy film. Following a similar formula to Here Comes the Boom, it shows that humor and heroism can come from the most unexpected places.

Grudge Match is a comedy-drama about aging boxers, played by Sylvester Stallone and Robert De Niro, pulled out of retirement for one last match. Like Here Comes the Boom, it's about digging deep, finding your former glory, and proving it's never too late to fight for what's important.

Just like Here Comes the Boom, Paul Blart: Mall Cop mixes action and comedy in a way that's perfect for a family movie night. Kevin James portrays a mall security guard stepping up to protect his turf, showing that underestimating the underdog is never a wise move.

This comedy featuring Billy Bob Thornton and Sean William Scott, explores the themes of competition, redemption, and hilarious comeuppances. Like Here Comes the Boom, Mr. Woodcock will appeal to those who like their underdog stories to come with a healthy dose of laughs and personal growth.