The 65+ Best PG-13 Sports Movies

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Updated September 15, 2023 1.9K votes 123 voters
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List of PG-13 sports movies, ranked from best to worst with movie trailers when available. This list takes the best PG-13 sports movies and pits them against each other to see once and for all what the greatest PG-13 sports movie of all time is. This list of popular PG-13 sports movies includes information like who directed the film, when it was released and which actors starred in the movie. If you think the top PG-13 sports movie isn't as high as it should be then be sure to vote it up so it can take its rightful place among the other great PG-13 sports films on this list. If you're trying to find a specific PG-13 sports film you can search this list and filter to find what you're looking for.

List movies include Happy Gilmore, Million Dollar Baby and many additional movies as well.

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Clint Eastwood and George Clooney have both directed a Sports PG-13 film, as have other really creative and talented directors.

Most divisive: American Anthem
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  • Happy Gilmore
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    Happy Gilmore

    Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen
    39 votes
    • Released: 1996
    • Directed by: Dennis Dugan
    In Happy Gilmore, the title character, played by Adam Sandler, is a failed hockey player with an uncanny talent for golf. His powerful swing, honed from years of hockey playing, propels him into the professional golfing scene. As he battles to win the championship against his arrogant rival Shooter McGavin (Christopher McDonald), Happy also fights to save his grandmother's house from foreclosure. This sports-comedy flick, directed by Dennis Dugan, presents an unconventional approach to golf and life, showcasing Sandler's knack for physical comedy amid heartfelt moments.

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  • The Blind Side
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    The Blind Side

    Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw, Quinton Aaron
    38 votes
    • Released: 2009
    • Directed by: John Lee Hancock
    In The Blind Side, Leigh Anne Tuohy (Sandra Bullock) encounters Michael Oher (Quinton Aaron), a homeless teenager with a troubled past. Offering him shelter and support, the Tuohy family helps Michael discover his potential as a student and football player. This true-life drama, directed by John Lee Hancock, is an inspiring tale of compassion and opportunity. Bullock's performance earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. The film also netted a nomination for Best Picture, underscoring its profound impact on audiences and critics alike.

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  • Bad News Bears
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    Bad News Bears

    Billy Bob Thornton, Greg Kinnear, Marcia Gay Harden
    20 votes
    • Released: 2005
    • Directed by: Richard Linklater
    Morris Buttermaker (Billy Bob Thornton) is a burned-out minor league baseball player who loves to drink and can't keep his hands to himself. His long-suffering lawyer (Marcia Gay Harden) arranges for him to manage a local Little League team, and Buttermaker soon finds himself the head of a rag-tag group of misfit players. Through unconventional team-building exercises and his offbeat coaching style, Buttermaker helps his hapless Bears prepare to meet their rivals, the Yankees.

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  • The Waterboy
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    The Waterboy

    Adam Sandler, Kathy Bates, Henry Winkler
    27 votes
    • Released: 1998
    • Directed by: Frank Coraci
    In the comedy film, The Waterboy, Bobby Boucher (Adam Sandler), a socially awkward water boy for a college football team, discovers his unique tackling skills and becomes a member of the team. His domineering mother (Kathy Bates) disapproves of this new path, creating tension between them. His coach (Henry Winkler), on the other hand, sees potential in Bobby's talent and encourages him to pursue it. As Bobby navigates his newfound fame and personal life struggles, he transforms from an underdog into an unlikely hero.

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  • Friday Night Lights
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    Friday Night Lights

    Billy Bob Thornton, Derek Luke, Jay Hernandez
    27 votes
    • Released: 2004
    • Directed by: Peter Berg
    In the heart of Texas, football reigns supreme. Friday Night Lights, a sports drama directed by Peter Berg, captures this fervor. Based on H.G. Bissinger's non-fiction book, the movie follows the 1988 Permian High School Panthers and their dramatic season. Coach Gary Gaines (Billy Bob Thornton) leads an ensemble cast that includes star player Boobie Miles (Derek Luke) and quarterback Mike Winchell (Lucas Black). The film explores themes of community pressure, racial tension, and personal sacrifice in a small town where football is everything but a game.

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  • The Replacements
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    The Replacements

    Keanu Reeves, Gene Hackman, Orlando Jones
    15 votes
    • Released: 2000
    • Directed by: Howard Deutch
    In the heart of a pro football lockout, an unlikely group of ragtag players are assembled under the guidance of seasoned coach Jimmy McGinty (Gene Hackman). This motley crew, led by Shane Falco (Keanu Reeves), a washed-up quarterback, is tasked with keeping the Washington Sentinels' season alive. In this sports comedy-drama, The Replacements, the team's journey from underdogs to champions is as unpredictable as it is entertaining. With each game, they learn to overcome their individual shortcomings and work together, proving that sometimes second chances can make you a winner.

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