5. Rocky (1976)
Plot:
A small-time boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight a heavyweight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.
IMDB: 8.1
Rotten Tomatoes: 92%
Director: John G. Avildsen
Writer: Sylvester Stallone
Stars: Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young
This movie is considered one of the best sports drama movies of all time by many. Speaking of the human spirit that cannot be broken, the determination that is rock solid and the will to go the distance – this movie has them all.