You Don’t Have to Be a Sports Fan to Get Hooked on These 7 Biopics

This darkly funny, brutally honest look at Tonya Harding’s rise and fall on the ice is a whirlwind of chaos, ambition and poor decisions. Margot Robbie shines as the misunderstood skater who fought against the odds — and her own circumstances — in a sport that never truly accepted her.

You don’t need to know wrestling to feel every emotional body slam in "The Iron Claw". The film follows the real-life Von Erich wrestling dynasty and the curse that seemed to haunt them. It’s an unflinching portrait of masculinity, family pressures and generational pain anchored by stellar acting performances. Warning: this is an absolute tear-jerker.

Emma Stone and Steve Carell bring wit and warmth to this depiction of Billie Jean King’s legendary 1973 tennis match against Bobby Riggs. More than a sports showdown — it’s a smart, heartfelt film about equality, media spectacle and the courage to stand up for what’s right.

Christian Bale and Matt Damon rev their way through this emotional drama about innovation, rivalry and legacy. Following car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles as they take on Ferrari at Le Mans, the film’s racing sequences are exhilarating, but its story about friendship and perseverance is what really drives this film home.

Will Smith delivers one of his most layered performances as Richard Williams, the determined father behind tennis legends Venus and Serena. It’s a powerful look at ambition and sacrifice — not just in sports greatness, but in the family bond behind the greatness.

You’ll wince just watching this one. Miles Teller stars as boxer Vinny Pazienza, who makes an unbelievable comeback after a devastating car crash. It’s a brutal yet inspiring story about resilience, risk and refusal to quit even when the odds are stacked against you.

Annette Bening brings fierce determination to "Nyad," the inspiring true story of marathon swimmer Diana Nyad’s relentless efforts to cross from Cuba to Florida at age 64. With Jodie Foster as her steadfast coach and best friend, this one’s less about the ocean and more about endurance, courage and refusing to let age or doubt define you.