Movies like The Longshots

Coach Carter shares The Longshots' emphasis on sports as a means to instill discipline and academic excellence in young athletes. This film, based on a true story, follows a basketball coach who benches his undefeated team due to their poor academic results.

The Blind Side, similar to The Longshots, is an uplifting football drama that tackles real-life issues. It tells the incredible true story of Michael Oher, a homeless youth who becomes an All-American football player with the help of a caring woman and her family.

A heartfelt tale that, like The Longshots, dives into the depths of sports to tell a meaningful story of overcoming odds and facing racial tensions. Remember the Titans offers an inspiring narrative of a newly integrated football team and their journey to unity and triumph.

Fans of The Longshots will likely be inspired by Invincible, a true story about Vince Papale, a 30-year-old bartender and teacher who overcomes immense odds to play for the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles. It's a testament to the power of perseverance and the American dream.

We Are Marshall resonates with themes of loss and perseverance found in The Longshots, following a small town dealing with the aftermath of a tragic plane crash that killed most of the Marshall University football team, and the team's struggle to rebuild.

For those who found joy in The Longshots' underdog theme, Little Giants presents another charming, family-friendly football story. It follows misfit players as they team up against their more polished rivals, delivering laughs and warmth along the way.

Like The Longshots, Gridiron Gang is a potent mix of sports and redemption. It portrays a football coach’s efforts to transform juvenile detainees into a cohesive, disciplined team, evoking themes of second chances and personal growth.

Radio is a touching story of a high school football coach who mentors a young man with a mental disability, much like The Longshots showcases the power of sports to transform lives and bring communities together. The movie highlights the importance of kindness, acceptance, and friendship.