8 Movies About American Football Ever Fans Should Watch

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This documentary follows a high school football team in Memphis, Tennessee. The team has never won a playoff game in 110 years. Coach Bill Courtney works with the players to change their lives on and off the field. The film shows real players like O.C. Brown and Montrail "Money" Brown as they face challenges. It won an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in 2012.

Where to Watch: fuboTV, Philo, USA Network, BBC America, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Plex

This film tells the true story of Rudy Ruettiger, a young man who dreams of playing football for Notre Dame. Rudy is small and not a strong student, but he never gives up. Sean Astin plays Rudy in this inspiring movie. After years of hard work, Rudy finally gets to play in one game for his dream team. His determination shows that anything is possible with effort and belief.

Where to Watch: Disney+,  Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home

Set in 1971, this movie is about a high school football team in Virginia. The school brings together black and white students for the first time. Coach Herman Boone, played by Denzel Washington, must unite the players. The team faces racism and tension but learns to work together. By the end of the season, they become champions and close friends through the power of football.

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This film shows the tough world of professional football. Al Pacino plays Tony D'Amato, a coach whose team is struggling. When the main quarterback gets hurt, a young player named Willie Beamen, played by Jamie Foxx, takes his place. The movie shows the pressure, the business side of football, and the battles between players, coaches, and owners in the sport.

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This movie follows a high school football team in Odessa, Texas. Coach Gary Gaines, played by Billy Bob Thornton, leads the Permian Panthers through their 1988 season. Football means everything in this small town. The players, including Mike Winchell and Boobie Miles, carry the hopes of their community. The film shows the pressure and glory that come with high school football in Texas.

Where to Watch: Amazon Prime Video, aAmazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Hoopla

Burt Reynolds plays Paul Crewe, a former football player who goes to prison. The prison warden forces him to create a football team of prisoners. They must play against the guards' team. Crewe brings together criminals and teaches them to work as a team. The big game becomes a battle between the prisoners and their guards, filled with action and humor throughout.

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Warren Beatty stars as Joe Pendleton, a quarterback for the Los Angeles Rams. Joe dies too early by mistake, and an angel brings him back. But his body is gone, so he returns in the body of a rich businessman. Joe still wants to play football and lead his team to the Super Bowl. This comedy mixes football with a sweet love story and fantasy elements.

Where to Watch: Plex, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand

This true story follows Michael Oher, a homeless teenager in Memphis. Leigh Anne Tuohy, played by Sandra Bullock, and her family take Michael into their home. They help him go to school and discover his talent for football. With their support, Michael becomes a star player. He later plays in the NFL. Sandra Bullock won an Oscar for her performance in this heartwarming film.