Movies and TvShows featuring "long-distance-running" theme.

Lorena, Light-footed Woman is a captivating documentary that tells the inspiring story of Lorena, a talented long-distance runner from the Tarahumara tribe. Through breathtaking cinematography, the film dives deep into the life of Lorena, showcasing her determination, perseverance, and love for running. As she trains for marathons and faces various challenges, Lorena's strength and indomitable spirit shine through. This documentary is a testament to the human spirit and a celebration of the power of endurance.

An unmotivated office drone named John is known for his lack of effort and motivation at work. He spends most of his time slacking off and engaging in office politics. However, when his boss announces a charity marathon, John sees it as an opportunity to one-up his insufferable boss. Against all odds and with the help of his buddies, John embarks on a journey to train for and complete the 26.2-mile race. Along the way, he faces challenges, discovers the true meaning of hard work, and learns valuable lessons about friendship and determination.

EXTRAORDINARY tells the amazing story of ultra-marathon runner and college professor David Horton, his wife, Nancy, and their attempt to finish their marriage race well. Although proud of his incredible athletic accomplishments and the impact he has on his students, David's family continuously pays a high price for his years of competitive running. Following his open-heart surgery and irreparable damage to his knees, Nancy is ready for Dave to hang up his racing shoes for good and focus his boundless energy on their family. Instead, feeling called by God to "inspire people one last time," Dave sets off for a 2,900-mile race across America

Follow Eliud Kipchoge, a Kenyan long-distance runner, as he trains and prepares to break the world record in marathon running. Through his determination, endurance, and unwavering spirit, Kipchoge exemplifies the essence of dedication and the pursuit of excellence in the world of athletics.

Tracktown tells the story of Plumb Marigold, a young Olympic hopeful who faces challenges both on and off the track as she tries to balance her intense training schedule with her personal relationships. As she prepares for a major competition, Plumb must navigate the complexities of her mother-daughter estrangement, deal with injuries, and find a way to stay motivated and focused. Set in the town of Eugene, Oregon, known for its dedication to the sport of running, the film explores themes of loneliness, coming-of-age, and the sacrifices athletes make in pursuit of their dreams.

Zátopek is a biographical drama that tells the story of Emil Zátopek, a legendary Czech marathon runner who achieved great success in the 1940s and 1950s. The film focuses on Zátopek's journey from a young athlete to becoming a role model and mentor for others. It explores his training, competitions, and the impact he had on the international running scene. The plot also highlights Zátopek's participation in the 1948 and 1952 Olympic Games and his notable performance at the Mexico City 1968 Summer Olympics. Throughout the film, Zátopek's endurance, determination, and passion for running are showcased, along with the challenges he faced both on and off the racecourse.

Running for Good: The Fiona Oakes Documentary follows the inspiring journey of Fiona Oakes, a vegan marathon runner and animal sanctuary owner. Despite facing challenges such as a knee injury and a broken kneecap, Fiona sets world records in long-distance races and becomes a world record holder. The film showcases her determination, passion for veganism, and efforts to make a positive impact on the world.

The Fall (2016) tells the true story of a female athlete who overcomes the challenges of apartheid-era South Africa to become a champion long-distance runner. Set in the 1980s, the movie explores the determination and resilience of the protagonist as she battles both external obstacles and inner demons. Through her relentless commitment and willpower, she breaks barriers and achieves her dreams, inspiring millions around the world.

The film follows the fate of two boys, one of whom hopes to become an Olympic runner and the other a photographer.

Six runners face the Superior 100, a 30-hour, 100-mile trail race. How do they prepare and how will it change them?

Terry Fox, a terminally ill one-legged boy, becomes a symbol of hope and inspiration as he embarks on a cross-country fundraising run for cancer research. The movie highlights his determination, strength, and the impact he made in the history of cancer awareness.

The Munich Olympic Stadium, 1972. Athletes and officials are preparing for the 10,000 metres final. Lasse Virén is warming up on the track. It is not a big day only for Virén but for the whole nation. But one man cannot win alone. It takes a dedicated group of hardworking, reliable people. In a desolate bunker near the track, six Finnish men are preparing to help Lasse achieve the run of his life. A run that changes history. All for the small, relentless nation from the dark cold North.

Erwin Valdebenito is an anonymous and quiet man who works in a state office. At the same time, he is an athlete who trains daily for the sport he loves: the ultramarathon. Every morning, Erwin Valdebenito risks his life in the middle of the road, driven by a desire that grows more intense each day. Running to the limits of obsession means looking at the normal and the bizarre, where the mystery of every dream prevails.

Brian Reynolds, a double amputee below the knee athlete, has triumphed over numerous challenges throughout his life. Growing up without a role model to guide him, he has embarked on a mission to empower para athletes by demonstrating that nothing is beyond reach. Join us in this documentary as we follow Brian's journey to make history by becoming the first double amputee to conquer the legendary Leadville 100 Ultra Trail Marathon in Colorado.

The Rock Touring Around Great Britain is a performance piece by Chinese artist He Yunchang that involved a walking circumambulation of Great Britain from September 23, 2006 to June 14, 2007. Starting from the hamlet of Rock, Northumberland, the artist walked to the nearby town of Boulmer where he selected a rock which he then carried counterclockwise until he returned it to the precise location from which it was taken. As the artist commented, the work was primarily "an attempt to represent the iron will of an individual and the living conditions of his being with simple and pure methods."

Swiss endurance athlete Serge Roetheli's thirst for adventure and desire to raise money and awareness for children suffering across the globe propelled him to run a distance equal to the earth's circumference. Accompanied by his equally adventurous wife Nicole, who drove a motorcycle with their supplies and pup tent in tow, they planned and executed the journey of a lifetime. Leaving from Sion, Switzerland in 2000, they returned five years later having traversed six continents and thirty-five countries. Alone in the world's most unforgiving landscapes they confronted challenges that threatened to push them beyond their physical and emotional limits - extreme weather, civil unrest, deadly disease, horrific poverty and a variety of other life-threatening events.

Emotionally volatile and ostracized from his home, 21-year-old JD Weymouth has picked up long distance running as a way to center himself. When an old friend returns to town, JD must confront his past and the emotional distance he’s yet to cover.

In the 1920s, two names dominated the world's long-distance running rankings. Paavo Nurmi was a legend in his own lifetime, but Ville Ritola is remembered by only a few. These biggest rivals to each other were different in almost every way, but they both shared a passion for winning.