Movies like The Longest Yard

The Replacements' story of replacement players stepping in during a professional football strike captures the mix of comedy and gridiron action in a way that The Longest Yard fans will appreciate.

With a focus on dodgeball instead of football, DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story portrays a group of misfits competing in a dodgeball tournament. Its comedy and quirky characters make it a strong match for those who enjoy the fun of The Longest Yard.

Featuring Adam Sandler, like The Longest Yard, The Waterboy is a comedy about an underappreciated waterboy who becomes a college football star, promising a similar blend of humor and heartfelt moments.

While more intense and drama-laden than The Longest Yard, Any Given Sunday gives a gritty behind-the-scenes look at professional football, shining a light on the sport's intensity and the players' resilience.

Shifting from the football field to the baseball diamond, Major League offers the same underdog spirit and comedic beats, focusing on a misfit Cleveland Indians team striving to win despite numerous obstacles.

Will Ferrell's Semi-Pro dives into the world of a struggling basketball team in the ABA and their antics to stay afloat. Its humorous take on sports makes it a good fit for those who enjoyed The Longest Yard's comic elements.

The Benchwarmers offers a comedic twist on the sports genre, following a trio of adults who form a baseball team to compete against full-fledged little league squads, appealing to fans of The Longest Yard's humor and underdog theme.

Necessary Roughness delivers a blend of sports and humor as it follows a fictional college football team overcoming odds. Its approach of underdogs coming together on the field resonates with the same spirit found in The Longest Yard.