Movies like Rocky

Directed and co-produced by Clint Eastwood, Million Dollar Baby is a touching and dramatic tale of an under-appreciated boxing trainer and an underdog amateur boxer. Its themes of determination and resilience resonate with the spirit of Rocky.

Creed reignites the Rocky legacy by focusing on Adonis Johnson, the son of Rocky Balboa's late friend and rival Apollo Creed. Sylvester Stallone returns, not to fight, but to train the young boxer, creating a fresh twist on the well-loved franchise for long-time fans.

Directed by Martin Scorsese and featuring Robert De Niro in an Oscar-winning role, Raging Bull is a biographical film about the life of middleweight boxer Jake LaMotta. Its gritty depiction of the world of boxing and an intense lead performance make it a must-watch for fans of Rocky.

This film tells the inspirational story of James J. Braddock, a once-promising boxer who makes an incredible comeback during the Great Depression. Russell Crowe's underdog portrayal echoes Sylvester Stallone's in Rocky, making Cinderella Man a perfect follow-up for enthusiasm about boxing dramas.

Will Smith stars in this powerful biopic of the legendary Muhammad Ali, showcasing his rise to fame, his political struggles, and iconic fights. Fans of Rocky will appreciate the real-life boxing backdrop and the portrayal of a fighter's courage outside the ring.

Warrior steps into the world of mixed martial arts, but its story of two estranged brothers who end up fighting in the same tournament hearkens back to the familial and athletic drama that makes Rocky so compelling.

The biographical sports drama portrays the life of professional boxer Micky Ward, his rise to fame, and the complex relationship with his half-brother. The Fighter, featuring Mark Wahlberg and Christian Bale, offers the same mix of raw emotion and thrilling sports action that captivates Rocky fans.

Starring Jake Gyllenhaal as a boxer dealing with a major personal loss and fighting to regain custody of his daughter, Southpaw delves into the emotional and physical struggles typical of a classic boxing narrative, reminiscent of Rocky's journey.