Movies and TvShows featuring "female-athlete" theme.
Keiko Himuro, Chairman of the Kisuragi School, puts together an all-girl baseball team led by Ryo Hayakawa, daughter of a legendary pitcher, in hopes of proving that girls can compete just as well as boys. Their goal: Koshien stadium, where only the best teams get the opportunity to play.
Tennis player turned coach Tashi has taken her husband, Art, and transformed him into a world-famous Major champion. To jolt him out of his recent losing streak, she signs him up for a "Challenger" event — close to the lowest level of pro tournament — where he finds himself standing across the net from his former best friend and Tashi's former boyfriend.
When her brother decides to ditch for a couple weeks, Viola heads over to his elite boarding school, disguised as him, and proceeds to fall for his school's star soccer player, and soon learns she's not the only one with romantic troubles. Viola's twin brother Sebastian, whom she resembles physically, is supposed to enter Illyria as a new student. However, he plans to visit London secretly to enter a contest with his rock band. Sebastian asks Viola to cover for him by telling the school that he is sick and each of their parents (who are divorced) that he is staying with the other. Viola instead decides to pass herself off as Sebastian and join the boys' soccer team at Illyria. She hopes to beat the Cornwall team and humiliate her goalie ex-boyfriend Justin (Robert Hoffman). With the help of her friends Paul (Jonathan Sadowski), Kia (Amanda Crew), and Yvonne (Jessica Lucas), Viola becomes 'Sebastian'. At Illyria, Viola's roommate is Duke Orsino (Channing Tatum), a good-looking striker on the soccer team. Kia and Yvonne agree to help Viola make her alter ego seem popular by pretending to be in love with 'Sebastian'. Viola also publicly breaks up with the real Sebastian's girlfriend, Monique. Duke and his friends are impressed, but Viola's soccer skills are still not good enough to make first string. It looks like Viola may not be able to play in the game against Cornwall after all. After spending so much time with him, Viola realizes that she has fallen in love with Duke. However, Duke is only interested in Viola's lab partner, Olivia (Laura Ramsey). In exchange for Viola's help in getting Olivia's attention, Duke agrees to put in extra soccer practice time with her. The practice pays off when Coach Dinklage (Vinnie Jones) promotes Viola to first string. By this time, Olivia has developed a crush on 'Sebastian'. Since 'Sebastian' isn't interested in her, Olivia decides to go out with Duke to make him jealous. Meanwhile, Monique and her friend Malcolm find out Viola's secret identity. The plot is complicated when the real Sebastian returns from London early. When he arrives at Illyria, Olivia runs up and kisses him. Duke sees this and thinks his roommate has betrayed him. He kicks Viola out of their room. On the day of the big game, Monique and Malcolm reveal the truth about Viola to Principal Gold. But because Viola has overslept, the real Sebastian winds up on the field playing in what should be his sister's spot. Principal Gold stops the game but Sebastian proves that he really is a boy yanking off his shorts and exposing his penis. At half time, Viola explains the situation to Sebastian and they switch places again. Duke is still angry with 'Sebastian' and refuses to pass the ball to Viola. She tries to explain that she really is a girl, finally convincing Duke and everyone else by showing them her breasts. The coach agrees to let Viola keep playing anyway. Illyria wins the game on a penalty kick when Viola scores a goal by tricking her ex-boyfriend Justin. Everyone at Illyria rejoices after the victory, except for Duke who is hurt at Viola's deception. She invites Duke to her debutante ball, where they reconcile. As the movie ends, Viola is seen playing on Illyria's soccer team.
Bella is an energetic and determined teenage girl who joins the Bulldogs, her middle school's football team. She faces challenges and stereotypes as she becomes the team's quarterback and proves that girls can excel in football.
Smile Again is a 2006 South Korea television series starring Lee Dong-gun, Kim Hee-sun, Lee Jin-wook and Yoon Se-ah. It aired on SBS from May 17 to July 6, 2006 on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 21:55 for 16 episodes.
Azumanga Daioh follows the lives of six high school girls and their quirky adventures. From the first day of school to graduation, the girls navigate through friendships, exams, and their own unique personalities. With its charming humor and relatable characters, Azumanga Daioh captures the ups and downs of teenage life in a lighthearted and entertaining way.
A romantic sports drama depicting the passion and affection for badminton of a male and female protagonist who are a mixed doubles group with players from the commercial badminton team.
Make It or Break It is a drama TV show that follows the journey of young female gymnasts as they train at a prestigious gym to compete in the Olympic Games. The show explores their relationships, struggles, and triumphs as they work towards their dreams of becoming professional athletes.
Maggie, a waitress who is determined to become a boxer, convinces Frankie, a skeptical coach, to train her. Despite their initial differences, they develop a close bond as Maggie proves herself in the ring. However, tragedy strikes when Maggie suffers a spinal cord injury that leaves her paralyzed. As she faces the challenges of her condition, Maggie asks Frankie to help her end her life. Torn by his moral dilemma, Frankie ultimately fulfills Maggie's wish and reflects on their journey together.
拳王 (2012) is a TV show that follows the story of a boxer and his struggles and triumphs in the world of professional boxing. The show explores themes of determination, perseverance, and the sacrifices that come with being an athlete. Through intense training sessions, tough opponents, and personal challenges, the boxer fights his way to the top, inspiring others along the way.
Comedy series about the WWII All-American professional women's baseball league.
In the 1940s, two sisters join the first women's baseball league and face challenges as they try to help it succeed. They must overcome their own sibling rivalry while fighting against societal stereotypes. Along the way, they form friendships and build a strong team. Will they be able to prove themselves and make the league a success?
Push is a short-lived American prime time soap opera about a group of young Olympic hopefuls in training at California Southern University. It aired on ABC from April 6, 1998 to August 6, 1998. It was cancelled after 3 episodes, leaving 5 unaired, two of which, the fourth and fifth episodes, were originally planned to air. The show is produced by Starboard Home Productions in association with Great Guns Films and Stu Segall Productions, and was distributed by Perry Pictures.
Follow gymnast Simone Biles as she balances her personal life, mental health journey and training ahead of a highly anticipated return to the Olympics Games of Paris 2024.
Overcomer is a drama movie that follows the story of a high school basketball coach who helps a cross-country runner overcome various obstacles, including asthma and a blind man. Through their journey, they both discover their true identities and learn important life lessons about faith, perseverance, and the power of belief in oneself.
Based on a true story, 'Battle of the Sexes' recounts the iconic 1973 tennis match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs. The match becomes more than just a contest of skill as it symbolizes the fight for gender equality and challenges societal norms. King, a feminist and tennis champion, battles against Riggs, a self-proclaimed male chauvinist, in a match that captivates the nation and sparks a cultural revolution.
In the year 9009, an enthusiastic and talented amnesiac named Gaz Digzy becomes the star player on the dangerous and outrageous sport of The Game, in order to unravel her dark and mysterious past.
In the near future, the sports world is dominated by female wrestling. The stakes are high both in and out of the ring as the four girls of the TWP face off against the champions, Team Sapphire. The skills of the TWP are stretched to the limit in this game, where beauty, grace, and style are just important as strength or speed.
Whip It is a coming-of-age film about a teenager named Bliss who rebels against her mother's expectations of beauty pageants and joins a roller derby team. Through roller derby, Bliss finds a sense of freedom and empowerment as she learns to embrace her true self.
Princess Cyd follows 16-year-old Cyd Loughlin who is sent to live with her aunt in the summer. While exploring her own sexuality, Cyd forms a deep connection with a barista that leads to a summer romance filled with self-discovery and personal growth.