Most Similar Movies to Requiem for a Heavyweight (1962)


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Rocky (1976), Rocky II (1979), Rocky III (1982), Fighting Tommy Riley (2004), Rocky Balboa (2006), Any Given Sunday (1999), Rocky IV (1985) ... Let's take a look at the following list...

Rocky (1976)

Rocky (1976)

8.1/10 Drama

A small-time boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight a heavy-weight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.

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Rocky II (1979)

Rocky II (1979)

7.2/10 Drama

Rocky struggles in family life after his bout with Apollo Creed, while the embarrassed champ insistently goads him to accept a challenge for a rematch.

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Rocky III (1982)

Rocky III (1982)

6.8/10 Drama

After winning the ultimate title and being the world champion, Rocky falls into a hole and finds himself picked up by a former enemy.

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Fighting Tommy Riley (2004)

Fighting Tommy Riley (2004)

6.3/10 Drama

Young boxer Tommy Riley (J.P. Davis) is a talented but undisciplined fighter who is still recovering from splitting up with his girlfriend, Stephanie (Christina Chambers). Though hindered by considerable emotional baggage, Tommy wants to reinvigorate his career and finds a dedicated trainer in the form of ex-boxer Marty Goldberg (Eddie Jones). Under Marty's tutelage, Tommy starts to thrive once again, but a surprising revelation threatens to shatter their strong connection.

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Rocky Balboa (2006)

Rocky Balboa (2006)

7.1/10 Drama

Thirty years after the ring of the first bell, Rocky Balboa comes out of retirement and dons his gloves for his final fight; against the reigning heavyweight champ Mason 'The Line' Dixon.

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Any Given Sunday (1999)

Any Given Sunday (1999)

6.9/10 Drama

A behind-the-scenes look at the life-and-death struggles of modern-day gladiators and those who lead them.

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Rocky IV (1985)

Rocky IV (1985)

6.9/10 Drama

Rocky Balboa proudly holds the world heavyweight boxing championship, but a new challenger has stepped forward: Drago, a six-foot-four, 261-pound fighter who has the backing of the Soviet Union.

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Ice Castles (1979)

Ice Castles (1979)

6.6/10 Drama

An inexperienced yet naturally gifted ice skater makes a spectacular debut in the skating world before encountering an event that could possibly derail her hopes and dreams.

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Jawbone (2017)

Jawbone (2017)

6.5/10 Action, Drama

Former youth boxing champion Jimmy McCabe, after hitting rock bottom, returns to his childhood boxing club and his old team, gym owner Bill and corner-man Eddie.

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Personal Best (1982)

Personal Best (1982)

6.3/10 Gay & Lesbian, Drama

The intertwined lives and loves of three highly-ranked athletes striving for the national team; Chris bounces between the beds of male coach Terry and her female friend, competitor, and role model Tory.

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Black Cloud (2005)

Black Cloud (2005)

6.1/10 Drama

Black Cloud, is an inspirational story about a young Navajo, Native American boxer, who overcomes personal challenges as he comes to terms with his heritage, while fighting his way for a spot on the US Olympic boxing team.

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Homeboy (1988)

Homeboy (1988)

5.9/10 Drama

A simple self-destructive drifter and tough small-time boxer with a brain injury that could kill him meets and falls for a cute beach carnival owner, Ruby, but also befriends a sleazy friendly criminal, Wesley, who's planning a big score.

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Rocky V (1990)

Rocky V (1990)

5.3/10 Drama

Reluctantly retired from boxing, and back from riches to rags, Rocky takes on a new protege who betrays him, as the champ's son must adjust to his family's new life after bankruptcy.

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Million Dollar Baby (2004)

Million Dollar Baby (2004)

8.1/10 Drama

A determined woman works with a hardened boxing trainer to become a professional.

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The Hustler (1961)

The Hustler (1961)

8.0/10 Drama

An up-and-coming pool player plays a long-time champion in a single high-stakes match.

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Creed (2015)

Creed (2015)

7.6/10 Drama

The former World Heavyweight Champion Rocky Balboa serves as a trainer and mentor to Adonis Johnson, the son of his late friend and former rival Apollo Creed.

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Southpaw (2015)

Southpaw (2015)

7.4/10 Drama

A champion boxer fights to get his daughter back from child protective services as well as revive his professional career, after a fatal incident sends him on a rampant path of destruction.

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Body and Soul (1981)

Body and Soul (1981)

4.5/10 Drama

A young man struggles to become a boxing champ, but success blinds him. It is only through the love of his girlfriend that he is brought back to reality.

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