Movies like Stick It

While more dramatic in tone, Million Dollar Baby shares Stick It's intense focus on an underdog female athlete determined to excel in a challenging sport. The movie captures the grit and resilience required in competitive athletics.

Cheerleading takes the center stage in Bring It On, where spirited competition and team dynamics echo the gymnastics-themed Stick It. Both movies feature strong female leads, a focus on high-stakes competition, and a healthy dose of humor and sass.

This film, much like Stick It, is a charming and humorous look at a young woman defying traditional expectations to pursue her passion—in this case, soccer. Both movies celebrate the empowerment of women in sports.

Step Up strikes a chord with dance enthusiasts and those who appreciated the athletic performances in Stick It. The movie follows two dancers from different worlds who collaborate to achieve their dreams, showcasing a blend of romance, dance, and determination.

Centered around a young girl's quest to win the National Spelling Bee, Akeelah and the Bee showcases perseverance and the importance of mentorship, similarly to the gymnastics coaching in Stick It.

Whip It dives into the world of roller derby and features a strong-willed female lead much like Haley in Stick It. The movie captures the essence of finding one's tribe and the empowerment of women in sports.

Ice Princess features a protagonist breaking out of her comfort zone to pursue figure skating, much like the rebellious gymnast in Stick It. Both films explore the themes of following one's passion against expectations.