With the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics just around the corner, we have compiled a list of the best Olympic-themed movies that reflect the spirit of this magnificent event.
When you watch the movies on this list, you will witness the determination and record-breaking performances of legendary athletes, the scandals they are involved in, and their extraordinary teamwork.
We highly recommend that you watch at least a few of these movies before the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics begin. Here are some must-watch movies about the Olympic Games:
1.Without Limits
The production, which is among the movies about the Olympic Games, tells the story of the relationship between record-breaking runner Steve Prefontaine and his coach Bill Bowerman, who would later go on to found Nike, Inc. The movie‘s cast includes Billy Crudup, Donald Sutherland, and Monica Potter.
Information about Without Limits
- Title: Without Limits
- Director: Robert Towne
- Cast: Billy Crudup, Donald Sutherland, Monica Potter, Jeremy Sisto, Daniel Lapaine
- Release Year: 1998
- Duration: 117 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Biography, Drama, Sport
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Tubi
- IMDB Rating: 7.2/10
- Language: English
- Age Rating: R
- Similar Movies: Chariots of Fire (1981), McFarland, USA (2015), Prefontaine (1997)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: Without Limits on IMDb
2.Pocket Hercules: Naim Süleymanoğlu
The production, which is among the movies about the Olympic Games, tells the life and achievements of weightlifter Naim Süleymanoğlu, who left his mark on world sports history starting from his early days in Bulgaria. We witness the journey leading up to the Olympics, Naim Süleymanoğlu’s experiences, and the records he broke. The cast of the movie includes Hayat Van Eck, Gürkan Uygun, İsmail Hacıoğlu, Yetkin Dikinciler, and Selen Öztürk.
Information about Naim Süleymanoğlu
- Title: Naim Süleymanoğlu
- Director: Ömer Faruk Sorak
- Cast: İsmail Hacıoğlu, Rıza Kocaoğlu, İdil Fırat, Zeynep Tokuş
- Release Year: 2019
- Duration: 130 minutes
- Country: Turkey
- Genre: Biography, Drama, Sport
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video
- IMDB Rating: 7.2/10
- Language: Turkish
- Age Rating: Not Rated
- Similar Movies: Çalgı Çengi (2011), Ayla: The Daughter of War (2017), The Last Knight (2019)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: Naim Süleymanoğlu on IMDb
3.I, Tonya
The biopic, starring Margot Robbie, focuses on the life and achievements of figure skater Tonya Harding, as well as the infamous attack on her rival Nancy Kerrigan in 1994. Featuring real interviews and quotes, the movie stars Margot Robbie, Caitlin Carver, Sebastian Stan, and Allison Janney.
Information about I, Tonya
- Title: I, Tonya
- Director: Craig Gillespie
- Cast: Margot Robbie, Sebastian Stan, Allison Janney, Paul Walter Hauser, Julianne Nicholson
- Release Year: 2017
- Duration: 121 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Biography, Comedy, Drama
- Available Platforms: Hulu, Amazon Prime Video
- IMDB Rating: 7.6/10
- Language: English
- Age Rating: R
- Similar Movies: The Fighter (2010), Whiplash (2014), The Big Short (2015)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: I, Tonya on IMDb
4.The Cutting Edge
Kate is a very talented, yet spoiled figure skater. With only a few days left before the Olympics, she breaks up with her partner. Since it is almost impossible to find a good partner in such a short time, she teams up with an ice hockey player who has no experience in figure skating. The two begin training together to win a gold medal at the Olympics. The cast includes Moira Kelly, DB Sweeney, and Roy Dotrice.
Information about The Cutting Edge
- Title: The Cutting Edge
- Director: Paul Michael Glaser
- Cast: Moira Kelly, D.B. Sweeney, Roy Dotrice, Terry O’Quinn, Naomi Judd
- Release Year: 1992
- Duration: 101 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance, Sport
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Tubi
- IMDB Rating: 6.7/10
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG
- Similar Movies: Blades of Glory (2007), Ice Princess (2005), The Mighty Ducks (1992)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: The Cutting Edge on IMDb
5.I Am Bolt
The biographical production, which is among the Olympic movies, tells the story of the life and achievements of the legendary sprinter Usain Bolt, who won eight Olympic gold medals. Many famous names appear in this biographical documentary-sports movie alongside Usain Bolt.
Information about I Am Bolt
- Title: I Am Bolt
- Director: Benjamin Turner, Gabe Turner
- Cast: Usain Bolt, David Beckham, Mo Farah, Michael Johnson, Rio Ferdinand
- Release Year: 2016
- Duration: 102 minutes
- Country: United Kingdom
- Genre: Documentary, Biography, Sport
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu
- IMDB Rating: 7.0/10
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG
- Similar Movies: The Last Dance (2020), Senna (2010), ESPN 30 for 30: Bruce Lee: Be Like Water (2020)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: I Am Bolt on IMDb
6.Race
Directed by Stephen Hopkins, the biographical movie tells the story of black athlete Jesse Owens, who won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games. The movie‘s cast includes Stephan James, Jason Sudeikis, and Jeremy Irons.
Information about Race
- Title: Race
- Director: Stephen Hopkins
- Cast: Stephan James, Jason Sudeikis, Jeremy Irons, Carice van Houten, William Hurt
- Release Year: 2016
- Duration: 134 minutes
- Country: United States, Canada, Germany
- Genre: Biography, Drama, Sport
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Netflix
- IMDB Rating: 7.1/10
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Similar Movies: 42 (2013), The Express (2008), Remember the Titans (2000)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: Race on IMDb
7.Eddie the Eagle
The biographical movie, which also contains comedic elements, tells the story of the struggle for success of British Olympic ski jumper Michael Edwards, who captivated the world at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics. The movie‘s cast includes Taron Egerton, Hugh Jackman, and Christopher Walken.
Information about Eddie the Eagle
- Title: Eddie the Eagle
- Director: Dexter Fletcher
- Cast: Taron Egerton, Hugh Jackman, Tom Costello, Christopher Walken
- Release Year: 2015
- Duration: 106 minutes
- Country: United Kingdom, United States
- Genre: Biography, Comedy, Drama, Sport
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Hulu
- IMDB Rating: 7.4/10
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG-13
- Similar Movies: Cool Runnings (1993), The Blind Side (2009), McFarland, USA (2015)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: Eddie the Eagle on IMDb
8.Tokyo Olympiad
The documentary, which reveals real events, focuses on the athletes, races, games, and spectators, starting from the opening of the 1964 Tokyo Summer Olympics.
Information about Tokyo Olympiad
- Title: Tokyo Olympiad
- Director: Kon Ichikawa
- Cast: Various athletes and participants
- Release Year: 1965
- Duration: 175 minutes
- Country: Japan
- Genre: Documentary, Sport
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video
- IMDB Rating: 8.1/10
- Language: Japanese, with English subtitles
- Age Rating: Not Rated
- Similar Movies: The Games (1970), Chariots of Fire (1981), Runners (2021)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: Tokyo Olympiad on IMDb
9.Chariots of Fire
The production, which is among the movies about the Olympic Games, tells the real-life story of the determined British Jewish athlete Harold Abrahams and the very devout Scottish Christian athlete Eric Liddell, who participated in the 1924 Summer Olympics. The movie‘s cast includes Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, and Ian Holm.
Information about Chariots of Fire
- Title: Chariots of Fire
- Director: Hugh Hudson
- Cast: Ben Cross, Ian Charleson, Nicholas Farrell, Alice Krige, Ian Holm
- Release Year: 1981
- Duration: 124 minutes
- Country: United Kingdom
- Genre: Biography, Drama, Sport
- Available Platforms: Amazon Prime Video, Tubi
- IMDB Rating: 7.2/10
- Language: English
- Age Rating: PG
- Similar Movies: The King’s Speech (2010), The Social Network (2010), McFarland, USA (2015)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: Chariots of Fire on IMDb
10.Cool Runnings
Inspired by a true story, the movie tells the inspiring and entertaining tale of Jamaica’s first Olympic bobsled team. The cast includes John Candy, Leon Robinson, Rawle D. Lewis, Doug E. Doug, and Malik Yoba.
Information about Cool Runnings
- Title: Cool Runnings
- Director: Jon Turteltaub
- Cast: John Candy, Leon, Doug E. Doug, Rawle D. Lewis, Malik Yoba
- Release Year: 1993
- Duration: 98 minutes
- Country: United States
- Genre: Comedy, Family, Sport
- Available Platforms: Disney+, Amazon Prime Video
- IMDB Rating: 7.0/10
- Language: English
- Age Rating: G
- Similar Movies: The Mighty Ducks (1992), Space Jam (1996), Blades of Glory (2007)
- Trailer: Watch the Trailer on YouTube
- IMDb Link: Cool Runnings on IMDb
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