This year's sports movies look quite promising, including Netflix original sports films and overseas swimming-themed movies.
1. Hustle
Longtime basketball fan Adam Sandler makes superb use of his knowledge in this Netflix sports comedy-drama film. He plays a former scout who, while trying to re-establish his career, finds a talented but troubled international player. Hustle is Sandler's latest break from his frivolous comedies of the preceding five years; it is serious with a few laughs thrown in.
The American sports drama Hustle, which got released in 2022, was directed by Jeremiah Zagar. A former basketball scout (Adam Sandler) signs a foreign player with a shady past to play in the NBA in order to get his career revived.
2. Rise
The Antetokounmpo's struggle with taking care of their five kids after moving from Nigeria to Greece. The boys learn they have amazing skills on the floor while playing basketball with a local team.
Actors include Pilar Holland, Taylor Nichols, Yetide Badaki, Dayo Okeniyi, and Maximilian Hernandez. Animated by Akin Omotoso
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3. Olga
Olga is a teenage Ukrainian gymnast living in exile in Switzerland who is pursuing her dream of winning an Olympic gold while attempting to blend in with her new squad. The Maidan Revolution, which involves everyone she loves about, breaks out in Ukraine as she is getting ready for the European Championships.
Aleksandr Mavrits, actors
Elie Grappe is the filmmaker.
4. Streamline
A dramatic character study in the field of swimming is provided by Streamline to demonstrate how an athlete can be at the top of their discipline but still suffer in everyday life. If you enjoy contemporary sports dramas like Slalom and Hello Destroyer, look for this undiscovered Australian gem.
After his father is let out of jail, a 15-year-old brilliant swimmer who has the entire world at his disposal commits suicide. His existence outside the pool is lonely and meaningless while within the pool he leads a life of strict perfectionism.
Laura Gordon, Tasia Zalar, and Levi Miller are all actors.
Tyson Wade Johnston is the film's director.
5. Just Watch Me, Landis
Baseball player Landis Sims, 15, who was born without hands or feet, auditions for the varsity team with the help of experienced athletes.
Eric Cochran is the director.
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6. The Open's Phantom
In the movie The Phantom of the Open, legendary actors Mark Rylance and Sally Hawkins portray the real-life couple Jean and Maurice Flitcroft, the latter of whom conned the British Open into letting him compete in their event. Director Craig Roberts and co-writer of Paddington 2 Simon Barnaby collaborated on this unique true story, which is based on a true event. Class differences and his own son's embarrassment put a crimp in Maurice's plans as he sneaks on the green and tries to pursue his ambition.
Based on the biography "The Phantom of the Open: Maurice Flitcroft, A Life in Tennis," Craig Roberts' 2022 British comedy sports film The Phantom of the Open stars
7. Home Team
In a Happy Madison production, Taylor Lautner and Rob Schneider reunite (the previous film being the Ridiculous Six, also a Netflix Original Film). Based on a true story about recently retired NFL head coach Sean Payton during the year he was suspended from leading the New Orleans Saints, Lautner and Kevin James team up this time to instruct a Pop Warner football squad on how to play the game the right way. Fun for the entire family is the outcome.
After serving a two-year suspension from his position as head coach of the NFL, Sean Payton returns to his hometown and finds himself reuniting with his 12-year-old son by managing his Pop Warner football club.
8. Tyson's Run
Alongside Amy Smart and Rory Cochrane, Major Dodson draws inspiration from his own life experiences to bring this motivational tale to life. This inspirational marathon running movie is a terrific choice for a family movie night because it will uplift everyone's spirits.
Tyson's life changes irrevocably when he enrolls in public school for the first time at the age of 15. He makes friends with Olympic marathon winner Aklilu while assisting his father with clean-up after the football team. Tyson, who has autism but never lets it stop him, resolves to complete his first marathon in an effort to win his father's approval. In an effort to get his father's favor, Tyson resolves to complete his first marathon. He quickly discovers that anything is possible when you have faith in yourself and the guts to take the first step, with the aid of an unusual buddy and his parents.
Actors: Reno Wilson, Major Dodson, Amy Smart, Barkhad Abdi, and Rory Cochrane
Vivian "V" Lee (Paris Berelc), a competitive gamer whose outstanding talents have earned her a college scholarship and a spot on the Betas, Barrett University's male-dominated squad, is the subject of this hysterically comic esports comedy. However, the game begins when Dustin, the leader of the Betas (Taylor Zakhar Perez), informs V that she will never start. Assembling a formidable all-girl squad with the help of her closest friend Sloane (Hari Nef) and with the guidance of her coach Parker (Ruby Rose), V sets out to level up to the nationals and defeat the Betas. « less
Paris Berelc, Hari Nef, Julia Yorks, Kyle Newman, Ruby Rose, Hari Nef, Taylor Zakhar Perez, and Kevin Farley
10. The Royal
Baseball great Willie Mays Aikens credits his faith and family for helping him get through a historically unfair prison sentence, but he discovers shortly after his release that faith and family, as well as addiction and fame, are still as challenging as hitting a curveball.
Amin Joseph, Elisabeth Rohm, Andrea Navedo, Marcel Sarmiento, Gregory W. Jordan, Olivia Taylor Cruz
The finest 2022 sports movies have something to offer everyone, whether they're seeking to laugh, weep, or be inspired.
