Sports Movies That Score With the Whole Family

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With the Olympics kicking off tonight, kids are more inspired than ever to take on a new physical challenge, be it bobsledding or ice hockey. But when the two weeks are over and the hype has died down, how do you get them to stay excited about sports? Try an action-packed movie. From funny flicks to inspirational tales, there are plenty of films that speak to your sports star. Here, films that will motivate your little one to get off the couch and go for the gold!

Miracle

Miracle

Show your kids why the US is the best! Based on the true story of the 1980 US hockey team ($5, originally $6), this film will have the whole family believing in miracles.

A League of Their Own

A League of Their Own

Men may get all the baseball glory, but women saved the sport during World War II. Give your tots a history lesson with an inspiring story about the all-American game ($8, originally $10).

Air Bud

Air Bud

Does it get much better than a puppy playing basketball ($14)? This golden retriever shoots and scores with kids of all ages.

Rudy

Rudy

Does your tot think he's too small for the big leagues? Share the story of a pint-size player ($5, originally $15) who made it big.

Bad News Bears

Bad News Bears

What it comes to sports, it's not always about talent. This baseball film ($6) teaches kids that the heart is just as important when it comes to winning a big game.

Cool Runnings

Cool Runnings

Teach your tots how a series of unfortunate events led to a Winter Olympics victory for a Jamaican bobsled team ($10, originally $15).

Gracie

Gracie

Show your daughter what girl power is all about. Based on a true story, this soccer film documents one girl's journey to play with the boys ($7, originally $15).

The Karate Kid

The Karate Kid

When a bullied teen turns to a karate master ($5, originally $10) for guidance, he learns that words and confidence are more powerful than actions.

Rookie of the Year

Rookie of the Year

Sports stars come in all shapes, sizes, and ages! Kids will be inspired by one tween's journey to the major leagues ($7, originally $10).

The Mighty Ducks

The Mighty Ducks

Quack, quack! Kids will laugh out loud while they watch a team of misfits ($20, originally $30, for the trilogy) become winners on and off the ice.

Kicking & Screaming

Kicking & Screaming

Kids will scream over the action-packed soccer scenes, while parents will get a kick out of Will Ferrell's humor ($8, originally $10).

Remember the Titans

Remember the Titans

Starring Denzel Washington, this football film ($10, originally $30) teaches kids about teamwork and tolerance.