Sports movies have been entertaining us for decades, from inspirational stories of underdogs to epic tales of championship glory. While some sports movies have gained widespread acclaim, others have flown under the radar and not received the recognition they deserve. Here are some of the most underrated sports movies of all time.

1. “The Sandlot” (1993) “The Sandlot” is a coming-of-age movie that follows a group of young boys who bond over their love of baseball. While the film was a modest success when it was released, it has since gained a massive cult following and is considered one of the greatest sports movies of all time.
2. “Warrior” (2011) “Warrior” is a mixed martial arts movie that tells the story of two estranged brothers who compete against each other in a high-stakes MMA tournament. Despite receiving critical acclaim, the film was a commercial failure, but it has since gained a loyal fan base and is considered one of the best sports movies in recent years.
3. “Kingpin” (1996) “Kingpin” is a bowling movie that follows the story of a washed-up bowler who teams up with an Amish prodigy to win a high-stakes tournament. Despite receiving mixed reviews upon release, the movie has since gained a cult following and is now considered a classic comedy sports movie.
4. “Rudy” (1993) “Rudy” is a biographical sports film that tells the story of Rudy Ruettiger, a walk-on football player who dreams of playing for Notre Dame. Despite receiving critical acclaim, the film was a box office disappointment, but it has since become a beloved classic that inspires viewers to never give up on their dreams.
5. “The Longest Yard” (1974) “The Longest Yard” is a prison football movie that follows the story of a former football player who is sent to prison and is forced to lead a team of inmates against the guards. Despite being a commercial success, the film has not received the same level of acclaim as other sports movies from the era, but it remains a cult classic.
6. “The Cutting Edge” (1992) “The Cutting Edge” is a romantic comedy sports movie that follows the story of a former hockey player and a figure skater who team up to compete in pairs figure skating. Despite receiving mixed reviews upon release, the film has gained a following over the years and is now considered a classic romantic sports movie.
7. “Miracle” (2004) “Miracle” is a biographical sports movie that tells the story of the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team and their improbable run to the gold medal. Despite receiving critical acclaim, the film was not a box office success, but it has since become a beloved classic that inspires viewers with its underdog story.
8. “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby” (2006) “Talladega Nights” is a comedy sports movie that parodies the world of NASCAR racing. Despite receiving mixed reviews upon release, the film has gained a following over the years and is now considered a classic comedy sports movie.
9. “Win Win” (2011) “Win Win” is a drama sports movie that follows the story of a struggling lawyer who becomes the legal guardian of a teenage wrestler. Despite receiving critical acclaim, the film was a box office disappointment, but it has since gained a following and is now considered one of the best sports movies of the past decade.
10. “Cinderella Man” (2005) “Cinderella Man” is a biographical sports movie that tells the story of boxer James J. Braddock and his comeback during the Great Depression. Despite receiving critical acclaim, the film was a box office.