Movies and TvShows featuring "over-the-hill-fighter" theme.

Thirty years after retiring, Rocky Balboa dons his gloves for his final fight against the reigning heavyweight champ. He meets Marie, a bartender, who becomes a role model for her troubled son. Despite his son's resentment, Rocky is determined to prove himself once more. With the help of his former trainer and his son, Rocky trains hard to develop powerful punches. The fight starts off slow, but Rocky begins to do damage in the second round. After a brutal 10-round battle, Rocky lands the final punch but loses in a split decision. The movie ends with a montage of people inspired by Rocky's journey.

Jake LaMotta, a boxer known for his violence and temper, rises to the top of his career but his personal life suffers as a result.

Tired of his demoralizing life, a washed-up boxer in California tries to make a comeback, while battling with alcoholism and personal demons.

Body and Soul is a 1947 film noir drama about a boxer named Charley Davis who becomes a successful fighter but is corrupted by the allure of fame and fortune. As he climbs the ranks, he encounters greed, jealousy, and manipulation that threaten to destroy his career and personal relationships. Charley must navigate this treacherous world of boxing to regain his integrity and save himself from the destructive forces around him.