Movies like Rocky Balboa

Directed by Clint Eastwood, Million Dollar Baby is a poignant tale of a determined female boxer and her hard-nosed trainer. The movie shares Rocky Balboa's deep emotional connections and an insight into the sacrifices made for the sport of boxing.

Southpaw tells the gritty tale of a boxer fighting his way to redemption both in his personal life and in the ring. This film delivers emotionally charged performances with raw, heart-pounding fight scenes that will appeal to those who cherished the dramatic heft of Rocky Balboa.

Raging Bull, a classic boxing film, features the life of middleweight boxer Jake LaMotta. Fans of Rocky Balboa will appreciate the raw intensity and personal demons faced by the protagonist, along with the exceptional storytelling.

Creed picks up the Rocky legacy by focusing on Adonis Creed, the son of Apollo Creed. The movie's gripping storyline and intense boxing sequences will resonate with fans of Rocky Balboa, not to mention the return of Sylvester Stallone as the beloved mentor, echoing Rocky's own journey.

Warrior delves into the world of mixed martial arts, focusing on two estranged brothers who enter the same tournament. The themes of family, struggle, and redemption in Warrior parallel the emotional depth found in Rocky Balboa.

The Fighter is a biographical sports drama about professional boxer Micky Ward and his older half-brother Dicky Eklund. Its powerful storytelling and exploration of complex family dynamics will strike a chord with admirers of the character-driven storytelling of Rocky Balboa.

Set during the Great Depression, Cinderella Man is based on the true story of boxing champion James J. Braddock. Much like Rocky Balboa, it offers an inspiring narrative of an underdog who overcomes insurmountable odds to triumph.