20 best movies like The Russian Five (2018)

List of the best movies like The Russian Five (2018): Pitch, What's My Name | Muhammad Ali, The Fourth Phase, Moneyball, AlphaGo, Red Army, Ronaldo, Bobby Fischer Against the World, The Armstrong Lie, Senna.

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Markimdb: 7.2
Genredrama, sport
CountryUSA
Duration03:03

The dramatic and inspirational story of a young pitcher who becomes the first woman to play Major League Baseball.

Markimdb: 8.5
Genredocumentary, biography, sport
CountryUSA
Duration02:33

Explore Ali’s challenges, confrontations, comebacks and triumphs through recordings of his own voice. The two-part documentary paints an intimate portrait of a man who was a beacon of hope for oppressed people around the world and, in his later years, was recognized as a global citizen and a symbol of humanity and understanding.

Markimdb: 7
Genreaction, adventure, documentary, sport
CountryAustria, Japan, Russia, USA
Duration01:50

Iconic snowboarder Travis Rice and friends embark on a multi-year mission to follow the North Pacific Gyre's flow. As Rice and the crew experience the highs and lows of a journey unlike any previously attempted, cutting-edge cinematography captures some of the world's most remote environments bringing breathtaking scenery and thrilling action to viewers worldwide.

Markimdb: 7.6
Genredrama, biography, sport
CountryUSA
Duration02:06

    The story of Oakland Athletics general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to put together a baseball team on a budget, by employing computer-generated analysis to draft his players.

    Markimdb: 7.8
    Genredocumentary, sport
    CountryUSA
    Duration01:30

    The ancient Chinese game of Go has long been considered a grand challenge for artificial intelligence. Yet in 2016, Google's DeepMind team announced that they would be taking on Lee Sedol, the world's most elite Go champion. AlphaGo chronicles the team as it prepares to test the limits of its rapidly-evolving AI technology. The film pits man against machine, and reveals as much about the workings of the human mind as it does the future of AI.

    Markimdb: 7.6
    Genredocumentary, biography, history, sport
    CountryUSA, Russia
    Duration01:24

    From Oscar and Emmy award winning filmmakers, Red Army highlights the Soviet Union's legendary and enigmatic hockey training culture and world-dominating team through the eyes of the team's Captain Slava Fetisov, following his shift from hockey star and celebrated national hero to political enemy. The film turns a unique lens on the social and cultural transformation of the Soviet Union leading up to the fall of Communism, mirroring the rise and fall of the Red Army team. A film by Gabe Polsky and Executive Producers Werner Herzog and Jerry Weintraub.

    Markimdb: 6.3
    Genredocumentary, biography, sport
    CountryUSA, United Kingdom, Spain
    Duration01:32

    Filmed over 14 months with unprecedented access into the inner circle of the man and the sport, this is the first official and fully authorised film of one of the most celebrated figures in football. For the first time ever, the world gets vividly candid and un-paralleled, behind-closed-doors access to the footballer, father, family-man and friend in this moving & fascinating documentary. Through in-depth conversations, state of the art football footage and never before seen archival footage, the film gives an astonishing insight into the sporting and personal life of triple Ballon D'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo at the peak of his career. From the makers of ‘Senna’ and ‘Amy’, Ronaldo takes audiences on an intimate and revealing journey of what it’s like to live as an iconic athlete in the eye of the storm.

    Markimdb: 7.4
    Genredocumentary, biography, history, sport
    CountryUSA, United Kingdom
    Duration01:33

    The first documentary feature to explore the tragic and bizarre life of the late chess master Bobby Fischer.

    Markimdb: 7.3
    Genredocumentary, biography, sport
    CountryUSA
    Duration02:04

    In 2009, Alex Gibney was hired to make a film about Lance Armstrong’s comeback to cycling. The project was shelved when the doping scandal erupted, and re-opened after Armstrong’s confession. The Armstrong Lie picks up in 2013 and presents a riveting, insider's view of the unraveling of one of the most extraordinary stories in the history of sports. As Lance Armstrong says himself, “I didn’t live a lot of lies, but I lived one big one.”

    Markimdb: 8.5
    Genredocumentary, biography, sport
    CountryUnited Kingdom, France, USA
    Duration02:42

    Senna's remarkable story, charting his physical and spiritual achievments on the track and off, his quest for perfection, and the mythical status he has since attained, is the subject of Senna, a documentary feature that spans the racing legend's years as an F1 driver, from his opening season in 1984 to his untimely death a decade later.

    Markimdb: 8.1
    Genredocumentary, sport, reality TV
    CountryUSA

    Legendary coach Pep Guardiola leads his premiership football team through the 2017/18 season.

    Markimdb: 7.5
    Genredocumentary, sport
    CountryUSA

    In America, we define ourselves in the superlative: we are the biggest, strongest, fastest country in the world. Is it any wonder that so many of our heroes are on performance enhancing drugs? Director Christopher Bell explores America's win-at-all-cost culture by examining how his two brothers became members of the steroid-subculture in an effort to realize their American dream.

    Markimdb: 8.3
    Genreadventure, documentary, biography, sport
    CountryUSA

    “McConkey,” a 90-minute documentary to be released in 2013, is a heartfelt examination of the legacy one athlete left to the progression of his sports, and the path he paved to conquer his dreams. Shane McConkey is revered as the pioneer of freeskiing and ski base jumping, and through his talent and unique outlook on life, he inspired countless lives. In a new film from Red Bull Media House in association with Matchstick Productions, “McConkey” celebrates the life of one of the world’s ultimate innovators

    Markimdb: 6.9
    Genredocumentary, biography, history, sport
    CountryUnited Kingdom, USA

    Tennis star and women’s rights activist Billie Jean King won a total of 39 Grand Slam titles, but the biggest match of her career took place in 1973 against former men’s champion Bobby Riggs, a self-proclaimed male chauvinist pig who declared that, even at the age of 55, he could beat any woman in the world.

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    Genreaction, documentary, biography, sport
    CountryUSA

    A behind the scenes look into the lives, injuries and sacrifices of professional wrestlers.

    Markimdb: 7.1
    Genredocumentary, sport
    CountryUSA
    Duration01:30

    On Any Sunday, The Next Chapter” is an exploration into the two-wheeled world of motorcycle riding. The film journeys deeper into the humanity, thrills and excitement behind the global culture of motorcycle riding. We meet those who are bonded by their passion for the race, we experience the exhilaration of the ride and we witness the love of family and friendship as each individual seeks out their next thrilling moment on the bike.

    Markimdb: 7.5
    Genredocumentary, sport
    CountryAustralia, United Kingdom, USA, New Zealand, Italy, France

    A portrait of the man behind the greatest fraud in sporting history. Lance Armstrong enriched himself by cheating his fans, his sport and the truth. But the former friends whose lives and careers he destroyed would finally bring him down.

    Markimdb: 7.9
    Genredocumentary, sport
    CountryUSA
    Duration02:08

    While investigating the furtive world of illegal doping in sports, director Bryan Fogel connects with renegade Russian scientist Dr. Grigory Rodchenkov—a pillar of his country’s “anti-doping” program. Over dozens of Skype calls, urine samples, and badly administered hormone injections, Fogel and Rodchenkov grow closer despite shocking allegations that place Rodchenkov at the center of Russia’s state-sponsored Olympic doping program.

    Markimdb: 7.2
    Genredocumentary, biography, sport
    CountryUSA
    Duration02:02

    A documentary about the sport of boxing, as seen through the eyes of champions Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield and Bernard Hopkins.

    Markimdb: 7
    Genredocumentary, biography, sport
    CountryUSA
    Duration01:16

    Anderson Silva is the deadliest man on the planet - The longest-reigning UFC Champion, and the most feared fighter in mixed martial arts. Like Water offers a unique perspective of the living legend as he trains with fellow fighters Lyoto "The Dragon" Machida, Junior Dos Santos, and Antonio "Minotauro" Nogueira, in preparation for his career defining title defense against challenger, and arch villain Chael Sonnen. A man of few words, Anderson Silva walks the fine line between cockiness and confidence. A philosopher in spirit, and dedicated family man, Silva's personality contradicts that of Sonnen's, who uses trash talk and intimidation to get under his opponents' skin. Balancing family and fighting; respect for the sport, and rage for his opponent; Silva's mind and body will be put to the test, as first-time filmmaker Pablo Croce peels back the layers of an ultimate fighter to reveal the heart of a champion.

    Markimdb: 6.2
    Genredrama, sport
    CountryUSA
    Duration02:10

    During an NBA lockout, a sports agent, Ray Burke, presents his rookie client, Erick Scott, with an intriguing and controversial business opportunity.

    Markimdb: 7.3
    Genredocumentary, sport
    CountryUSA

    Each year, the world’s best 7 year-old golfers descend on Pinehurst, North Carolina to compete in the World Championships of Junior Golf. The Short Game follows eight of these very young athletes on their quest to become the sport’s next phenom.

    Markimdb: 8.2
    Genredocumentary, biography, sport
    CountryUSA
    Duration01:48

    The Crash Reel tells the story of a sport and the risks that athletes face in reaching the pinnacle of their profession. This is Kevin Pearce’s story, a celebrated snowboarder who sustained a brain injury in a trick gone wrong and who now aims, against all the odds, to get back on the snow.

    Markimdb: 7.4
    Genredocumentary, biography, sport
    CountryUSA, France
    Duration01:30

    Director James Toback takes an unflinching, uncompromising look at the life of Mike Tyson--almost solely from the perspective of the man himself. TYSON alternates between the controversial boxer addressing the camera and shots of the champion's fights to create an arresting picture of the man.

    Markimdb: 5.1
    Genredocumentary, biography, sport
    CountryUnited Kingdom
    Duration01:50

    In the world of football, there seems only two camps when it comes to the greatest player. If you ask 100 soccer fans who that person is, chances are 50 of them will say Cristiano Ronaldo and 50 will say Lionel Messi. In this unique documentary, we examine these two superstars' moves, talent and ability. We hear from the rabid fans, interview the experts and debate which player is the best in modern football.

    Markimdb: 7.9
    Genredocumentary, biography, sport
    CountryUSA

    Documentary that goes behind the stats to reveal the story of Kobe Bryant's basketball career, exploring the mentorships, allies and rivalries that have helped shape his stellar 18-year tenure in the NBA, and offering access to his daily experiences, his lifelong inspirations and the battle with his greatest personal challenge yet

    Markimdb: 5.2
    Genredrama, sport
    CountryUSA
    Duration02:27

    Major-league rookie pitcher Hopper Gibson has lost his focus. After choking on the mound, he’s sent down to the minors and prescribed sessions with an unorthodox sports therapist, who pushes him to uncover the origins of his anxiety.




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