Poll suggests top 20 sports movies to watch in lockdown

3,800 sports fans from across the US have have been asked to vote for their favorite 20 sports films, revealing “the best ones” to watch while in lockdown. The research has been compiled by LiveRugbyTickets.co.uk who says that we’re all missing the familiarity of regular sports games and shows on our TVs, so we’re turning to movies to get our fix. Some of the winning top 20 titles an be found on Disney+, according to the sponsors, but there appear to be some glaring omissions on the final list below.

According to the survey Space Jam, the nostalgic poke at the events between Michael Jordan’s initial retirement and comeback two years later, was chosen by respondents with 90% selecting it as a top 20 contender, and therefore takes the top spot. In second place is The Blind Side with 88%, followed by the Rocky franchise, Raging Bull and The Mighty Ducks franchise, chosen by 87%, 85% and 81% of respondents, respectively.

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1. Space Jam 90%

2. The Blind Side 88%

3. Rocky (franchise) 87%

4. Raging Bull 85%

5. The Mighty Ducks (franchise) 81%

6. Million Dollar Baby 80%

7. The Karate Kid 79%

8. Invictus 77%

9. Chariots of Fire 76%

10. Happy Gilmore 73%

11. Cool Runnings 72%

12. Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story 69%

13. Moneyball 67%

14. The Fighter 66%

15. The Waterboy 64%

16. The Longest Yard 63%

17. Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby 62%

18. Coach Carter 60%

19. Goon (franchise) 57%

20. Remember the Titans 55%

Martin Dew

Martin, a seasoned journalist and AV expert, has written for several notable print magazines. He’s served in key roles at Lucasfilm’s THX Division, NEC’s digital cinema division, and has even consulted for DreamWorks. Despite his illustrious career, Martin remains rooted in his passion for cinema and acting, with notable appearances in several Spielberg films, Doctor Who, and Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. He currently resides in San Francisco.