Sport movies

Woody Harrelson as Marcus, Matthew von der Ahe as Craig, James Day Keith as Benny, Ashton Gunning as Cody, and Tom Sinclair as Blair in Champions now on Showmax

Slam dunk: 5 hoop dream movies on Showmax

Stream these fine basketball films that bring the hopes, dreams and team dynamic of the competitive and thrilling sport to life. Now streaming on Showmax.

6 sports movies to ignite your Olympic passion

From Champions to Big George Foreman, stream these six films to fuel and inspire your Olympic passion. Now streaming on Showmax.

The Williams sisters: A legacy of hard work and dreams

Williams Sisters and King Richard document the rise, dominance and the rollercoaster sports careers of Venus and Serena Williams.

At the Heart of Gold (2019)

This hard-hitting, unflinching HBO documentary uncovers the scandal of the US women’s Olympic gymnastics team doctor, Larry Nassar.

Knuckle City (2018)

Jahmil XT Qubeka’s powerful sport drama was South Africa’s 2020 Oscar entry, and the most awarded film at this year’s SAFTAs.

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Jerry Maguire (1996)

This classic sports movie had us at “hello”.

Homegrown baseball star Gift Ngoepe on his documentary, Africa’s Home Run

South Africa’s very own Major League Baseball star, Gift Ngoepe, spoke to Showmax about his family, his career and his dreams for the future.

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Fighting With My Family (2019)

The heartwarming true story of WWE uperstar Paige. Growing up in a wrestling-obsessed family, she wanted nothing more than to be part of WWE. One day she gets a shot to make that happen, but it’s tougher than she ever expected.

The Bleeder (2016)

A scrappy, determined boxer takes on The Greatest in this true-life drama.