Movies like The Fighter (2010)
If you're looking for some great movies that are a lot like The Fighter, here is our list of similar films:
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    1. Million Dollar Baby

    #535 most popular movie yesterday

    This Oscar-winning Clint Eastwood film tells the story of an underdog female boxer and her determined trainer. With poignant performances by Hilary Swank and Morgan Freeman, Million Dollar Baby is a compelling drama that, like The Fighter, explores the challenges and emotional depths within the world of boxing.

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    2. Rocky

    #725 most popular movie yesterday

    Rocky is the quintessential underdog story that became a franchise sensation. Starring Sylvester Stallone as Rocky Balboa, it's an inspiring tale of a small-time boxer who gets a shot at the world heavyweight championship. Fans of The Fighter will resonate with the themes of perseverance and heart.

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    3. Raging Bull

    #1,252 most popular movie yesterday

    Raging Bull is a captivating tale of the rise and fall of middleweight boxing champion Jake LaMotta. Directed by Martin Scorsese, it features a stellar performance by Robert De Niro. Fans of The Fighter will appreciate the gritty boxing scenes, complex family dynamics, and the personal struggles of a fighter.

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    4. Creed

    #1,472 most popular movie yesterday

    Creed brings a fresh perspective to the Rocky series, focusing on Adonis Creed, the son of Rocky's rival turned friend, Apollo Creed. It's a story about legacy, identity, and determination that mirrors the emotional weight and boxing action that fans loved in The Fighter.

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    5. Warrior

    #1,478 most popular movie yesterday

    Warrior takes the family drama and combat sports theme to the world of mixed martial arts. It's a gripping tale of two estranged brothers who enter the same MMA tournament, and like The Fighter, explores the complexity of family relationships against the backdrop of a high-stakes fighting competition.

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    6. Cinderella Man

    #1,555 most popular movie yesterday

    The true story of James J. Braddock, a once-promising boxer forced into retirement after a string of losses during the Great Depression. This Ron Howard film captures the era's hardships and Braddock's incredible comeback, themes that would attract viewers who appreciated The Fighter's gritty realism and emotional narrative.

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    7. The Wrestler

    #1,793 most popular movie yesterday

    Though about professional wrestling rather than boxing, The Wrestler shares a similar storyline of an athlete's personal and professional struggles. Mickey Rourke delivers a performance of a lifetime, playing a fading wrestler dealing with health issues and estranged relationships, which might appeal to fans of character-driven sports dramas like The Fighter.

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    8. Southpaw

    #1,844 most popular movie yesterday

    Southpaw follows the journey of Billy Hope, a champion boxer who fights to get his life back on track after a personal tragedy. With a focus on redemption and the brutal reality of the sport, akin to The Fighter, it deals with loss, fatherhood, and the unyielding quest for victory.