Top 20 movies based on sports

The Iron Claw (Image via Iron Claw/Instagram)
The Iron Claw (Image via Iron Claw/Instagram)

2. The Fighter (2010)

The Fighter (2010) | Image Source: Paramount Pictures
The Fighter (2010) | Image Source: Paramount Pictures

Powerhouse performances from Mark Wahlberg and Christian Bale in the biographical drama The Fighter, which brings on the real-life story of boxer Micky Ward, directed by David O. Russell, as he battles with the help of his troubled brother and trainer, Dicky Eklund. The raw family dynamics added an underdog quality to this boxing story, as Christian Bale took home an Oscar for his transformative portrayal. The movie does a great job of offering realistic fight scenes and emotional resonance, making the sports drama unforgettable and beyond the ring.

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Edited by Tanisha Aggarwal