Movies like Stay Hungry

Boogie Nights delves into the 1970s porn industry through the rise of a young star, played by Mark Wahlberg. Fans of Stay Hungry will appreciate the period-specific setting and the exploration of the characters' pursuits within a unique and challenging industry.

Rocky is an iconic film about an underdog boxer who gets a shot at the world heavyweight championship. Its themes of perseverance and triumph against the odds, as well as its focus on physical training and dedication, align well with the themes in Stay Hungry.

Million Dollar Baby is a moving tale of a determined female boxer and her hard-nosed trainer. Like Stay Hungry, it explores themes of determination and ambition in the face of adversity, set against the backdrop of a physically demanding sport.

Magic Mike offers a peek into the world of male stripping, with Channing Tatum leading a cast of muscular performers. Like Stay Hungry, this film explores themes of ambition, and the quest for a better life, all wrapped in a package of muscle and performance.

The Wrestler follows an aging professional wrestler attempting to cope with life outside the ring. Much like Stay Hungry, it features a personal story set against the backdrop of a physical and demanding sport, mixed with raw human emotion and drama.

Pumping Iron is a docudrama about the world of bodybuilding, focusing on the intense competition between Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno. Fans of Stay Hungry will appreciate seeing Schwarzenegger again, this time playing himself, and get a deeper look into the bodybuilding culture that is briefly touched upon in Stay Hungry.

Personal Best focuses on the competitive world of female track and field athletes preparing for the Olympics. The movie's exploration of personal and professional challenges in the world of elite sports will resonate with fans of Stay Hungry's examination of ambition and drive.