20 Movies Like Uncle Drew

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Space Jam

Space Jam
Space Jam
Internet Movie Database: 6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 43%
Metacritic: 59/100
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Runtime: 88 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Awards: 5 wins & 8 nominations
Writer: Leo Benvenuti, Steve Rudnick, Timothy Harris
Actors: Michael Jordan, Wayne Knight, Theresa Randle
Language: English
Country: United States
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“Space Jam” is a live-action/animated sports comedy film where basketball superstar Michael Jordan teams up with the Looney Tunes characters to win a basketball game against a group of aliens who have stolen the talent of other NBA players.”

Semi-Pro

Semi-Pro
Semi-Pro
Internet Movie Database: 5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 23%
Metacritic: 47/100
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Runtime: 91 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: 1 win & 4 nominations
Writer: Scot Armstrong
Actors: Will Ferrell, Woody Harrelson, André 3000
Language: English
Country: United States
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“Semi-Pro” is a comedy film set in the 1970s that follows the story of Jackie Moon, a singer turned owner-coach-player of the American Basketball Association’s Flint Tropics. As the team faces financial struggles and the possibility of being absorbed into the NBA, Jackie must rally his teammates to win enough games to secure their future.

White Men Can’t Jump

White Men Can't Jump
White Men Can't Jump
Internet Movie Database: 6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 75%
Metacritic: 65/100
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Runtime: 115 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: 6 nominations
Writer: Ron Shelton
Actors: Wesley Snipes, Woody Harrelson, Rosie Perez
Language: English
Country: United States
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“White Men Can’t Jump” is a comedy film about two street basketball hustlers, one white and one black, who join forces to con other players out of their money while dealing with their own personal challenges and racial stereotypes.”

Like Mike

Like Mike
Like Mike
Internet Movie Database: 5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 57%
Metacritic: 47/100
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Runtime: 99 min
Genre: Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Awards: 1 win & 6 nominations
Writer: Michael Elliot, Jordan Moffet
Actors: Shad Moss, Jonathan Lipnicki, Morris Chestnut
Language: English
Country: United States
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“Like Mike” is a family comedy film about a young orphan who discovers a magical pair of basketball shoes that gives him incredible basketball skills, leading him to join a professional basketball team and become a superstar player.”

The Longest Yard

The Longest Yard
The Longest Yard
Internet Movie Database: 6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 31%
Metacritic: 48/100
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Runtime: 113 min
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Sport
Awards: 3 wins & 17 nominations
Writer: Albert S. Ruddy, Tracy Keenan Wynn, Sheldon Turner
Actors: Adam Sandler, Burt Reynolds, Chris Rock
Language: English
Country: United States
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“The Longest Yard” is a comedy film about a former NFL player who is sent to prison and is coerced into forming a football team of inmates to compete against the prison guards. The movie follows their journey to train and play a high-stakes football match, blending humor and sports rivalry.

Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story

Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
Internet Movie Database: 6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 71%
Metacritic: 55/100
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Runtime: 92 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: 2 wins & 9 nominations
Writer: Rawson Marshall Thurber
Actors: Ben Stiller, Christine Taylor, Vince Vaughn
Language: English, German
Country: Germany, United States
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“Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story” is a comedy film about a group of misfits who form a dodgeball team to save their gym from being taken over by a corporate fitness chain. They compete in a high-stakes dodgeball tournament, facing off against a skilled and arrogant team led by a former dodgeball champion.

The Waterboy

The Waterboy
The Waterboy
Internet Movie Database: 6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 33%
Metacritic: 41/100
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Runtime: 90 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: 6 wins & 6 nominations
Writer: Tim Herlihy, Adam Sandler
Actors: Adam Sandler, Kathy Bates, Henry Winkler
Language: English
Country: United States
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“The Waterboy” is a comedy film about a socially awkward waterboy named Bobby Boucher who becomes a star football player for his college team after discovering his talent for tackling. As he overcomes his insecurities and faces various challenges, Bobby’s success brings him newfound confidence and respect.

Happy Gilmore

Happy Gilmore
Happy Gilmore
Internet Movie Database: 7.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 62%
Metacritic: 31/100
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Runtime: 92 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: 1 win & 4 nominations
Writer: Tim Herlihy, Adam Sandler
Actors: Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen
Language: English
Country: United States
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“Happy Gilmore” is a comedy film about a failed hockey player who discovers he has a talent for golf and enters a golf tournament to save his grandmother’s house from being repossessed.”

Blades of Glory

Blades of Glory
Blades of Glory
Internet Movie Database: 6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 70%
Metacritic: 64/100
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Runtime: 93 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: 3 wins & 10 nominations
Writer: Craig Cox, Jeff Cox, Busy Philipps
Actors: Will Ferrell, Jon Heder, Amy Poehler
Language: English, Japanese
Country: United States
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“Blades of Glory” is a comedy film about two rival figure skaters who are banned from competing as singles and decide to team up as the first male-male pair in the sport. Together, they aim to overcome their differences and win the championship while facing outrageous challenges and hilarious situations.

The Benchwarmers

The Benchwarmers
The Benchwarmers
Internet Movie Database: 5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 13%
Metacritic: 25/100
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Runtime: 85 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: 7 nominations
Writer: Allen Covert, Nick Swardson
Actors: David Spade, Jon Heder, Rob Schneider
Language: English, Spanish
Country: United States
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“The Benchwarmers is a comedy film about three adult friends who form a baseball team to compete against little league teams, in order to overcome their own personal insecurities and prove themselves. They face various challenges and comedic situations as they navigate their way through the league.”

Hoosiers

Hoosiers
Hoosiers
Internet Movie Database: 7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 91%
Metacritic: 76/100
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Runtime: 114 min
Genre: Drama, Sport
Awards: Nominated for 2 Oscars. 3 wins & 5 nominations total
Writer: Angelo Pizzo
Actors: Gene Hackman, Barbara Hershey, Dennis Hopper
Language: English
Country: United States, United Kingdom
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The Hoosiers movie is about a small-town high school basketball team in the 1950s that defies all odds to reach the state championship. Led by their determined coach, they overcome personal struggles and unite as a team to achieve success and inspire their community.

Coach Carter

Coach Carter
Coach Carter
Internet Movie Database: 7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 64%
Metacritic: 57/100
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Runtime: 136 min
Genre: Biography, Drama, Sport
Awards: 3 wins & 15 nominations
Writer: Mark Schwahn, John Gatins
Actors: Samuel L. Jackson, Rick Gonzalez, Robert Ri'chard
Language: English
Country: United States, Germany
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“Coach Carter” is a sports drama film based on a true story, following the journey of a high school basketball coach who benches his undefeated team due to their poor academic performance. He sets strict rules and academic standards to teach his players discipline, responsibility, and the importance of education.

The Mighty Ducks

The Mighty Ducks
The Mighty Ducks
Internet Movie Database: 6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 23%
Metacritic: 46/100
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Runtime: 104 min
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Family
Awards: 2 nominations
Writer: Steven Brill
Actors: Emilio Estevez, Joss Ackland, Lane Smith
Language: English
Country: United States
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“The Mighty Ducks” is a family sports comedy film about a self-centered lawyer who is forced to coach a misfit youth hockey team as part of his community service. Through their journey, they learn valuable life lessons, overcome obstacles, and become a formidable team.

Eddie

Eddie
Eddie
Internet Movie Database: 5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 16%
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Runtime: 100 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: 1 win & 2 nominations
Writer: Steve Zacharias, Jeff Buhai, Jon Connolly
Actors: Whoopi Goldberg, Frank Langella, Dennis Farina
Language: English, Russian
Country: United States
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The Eddie movie is a biographical sports drama that follows the inspiring journey of Eddie Edwards, a British ski jumper who overcomes numerous obstacles to compete in the 1988 Winter Olympics. With the help of his coach and a strong determination, Eddie defies all odds to become the first British ski jumper in decades, capturing the hearts of audiences worldwide.

Blue Chips

Blue Chips
Blue Chips
Internet Movie Database: 6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 38%
Metacritic: 54/100
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Runtime: 108 min
Genre: Drama, Sport
Awards: 1 nomination
Writer: Ron Shelton
Actors: Nick Nolte, Mary McDonnell, J.T. Walsh
Language: English
Country: United States
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“Blue Chips” is a sports drama film that follows a college basketball coach who faces ethical dilemmas when he is tempted to violate NCAA rules in order to recruit talented players. The movie explores the pressures and corruption within college athletics.

Above the Rim

Above the Rim
Above the Rim
Internet Movie Database: 6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 50%
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Runtime: 96 min
Genre: Crime, Drama, Sport
Awards: 1 nomination
Writer: Jeff Pollack, Benny Medina, Barry Michael Cooper
Actors: Duane Martin, Tupac Shakur, Leon
Language: English
Country: United States
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“Above the Rim” is a 1994 sports drama film that follows the life of a talented high school basketball player named Kyle Watson, who navigates the pressures of street life and basketball stardom while dealing with personal struggles and rivalries. The movie explores themes of ambition, loyalty, and the consequences of choices made on and off the court.

The Air Up There

The Air Up There
The Air Up There
Internet Movie Database: 5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 21%
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Runtime: 107 min
Genre: Comedy, Family, Sport
Awards: N/A
Writer: Max Apple
Actors: Kevin Bacon, Charles Gitonga Maina, Yolanda Vazquez
Language: English
Country: United States, Japan
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“The Air Up There” is a sports comedy film about a basketball coach who travels to Africa to recruit a talented player for his college team, navigating cultural differences and overcoming obstacles to achieve their shared goal. It explores themes of teamwork, determination, and the power of dreams.

Celtic Pride

Celtic Pride
Celtic Pride
Internet Movie Database: 5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 12%
Metacritic: 34/100
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Runtime: 91 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: N/A
Writer: Judd Apatow, Colin Quinn
Actors: Damon Wayans, Daniel Stern, Dan Aykroyd
Language: English
Country: United States
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“Celtic Pride” is a comedy film about two passionate Boston Celtics fans who kidnap the star player of the opposing team to ensure their team’s victory in the NBA Finals. The duo soon finds themselves in a series of comedic misadventures as they struggle to keep their captive under control while trying to maintain their secret plan.

The Replacements

The Replacements
The Replacements
Internet Movie Database: 6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 41%
Metacritic: 30/100
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Runtime: 118 min
Genre: Comedy, Sport
Awards: N/A
Writer: Vince McKewin
Actors: Keanu Reeves, Gene Hackman, Brooke Langton
Language: English, American Sign
Country: United States
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“The Replacements” is a comedy film about a group of misfit football players who are hired as replacement players during a professional football strike. Led by a washed-up coach, they must come together as a team to win games and prove themselves in the face of adversity.

The Sandlot

The Sandlot
The Sandlot
Internet Movie Database: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 65%
Metacritic: 55/100
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Runtime: 101 min
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Family
Awards: 1 win & 1 nomination
Writer: David Mickey Evans, Robert Gunter
Actors: Tom Guiry, Mike Vitar, Art LaFleur
Language: English
Country: United States
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“The Sandlot” is a coming-of-age film about a group of young boys who bond over their love for baseball and their adventures on a neighborhood sandlot. When a valuable baseball is lost, they embark on a series of misadventures to retrieve it, learning valuable lessons about friendship and growing up along the way.

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