5 Best Animated Sports Movies & TV Series for Olympic Fans, Ranked by IMDb
From thrilling football battles and epic ice sagas to tales of teamwork and personal triumphs.
As the world watches the triumphs and defeats of the Olympic Games in Italy, the spirit of competition and stories of overcoming can live on not only in stadiums, but also on screen.
Animated films and series convey the emotions, dynamics, and metaphors of sports, transforming them into vibrant, inspiring, and sometimes unexpected narratives.
5. 'Turbo', 2013
IMDb Score: 6.4/10
Theo has always been a fan of the Indy 500 and has dreamed of becoming a champion just like the famous Guy Gagné. The problem is that Theo is a snail. He works with his fellow snails in a factory and can't fend off birds.
One day, Theo accidentally gets caught in a sports car engine and inhales nitrous oxide, which turns him into a speeding snail.
After setting out to rescue his brother, Theo wins a race against his fellow snails. Then, he gets the opportunity to compete in a car competition. Despite his small size, Theo has a good chance of winning.
4. 'Underdogs', 2013
IMDb Score: 6.4/10
The entire animation is a bedtime story told by a father to his son. The story centers on Amadeo, who once beat his rival, Grosso, at table soccer. Amadeo won not only the public's recognition, but also the heart of the beautiful Laura.
Years later, Grosso returns as a professional soccer player. He buys out the entire village and challenges Amadeo to another match, all while trying to win Laura's affection.
3. 'Surf's Up', 2007
IMDb Score: 6.7/10
A documentary film crew arrives in a small Antarctican town to follow the life of a young rockhopper penguin named Cody. As a chick, Cody saw the famous surfer Big Z and decided he wanted to be a professional athlete, too.
This leads to a fight with his mother, who insists that he take up fishkeeping. Nevertheless, Cody sets off for a tournament dedicated to Big Z's memory.
Along the way, he befriends a new companion and meets the charming yet brash Lani. Ahead of him lies a showdown with a nine-time surfing champion.
2. 'Blue Lock', 2022-...
IMDb Score: 8.1/10
In 2018, the Japanese national football team placed 16th in the World Cup. Following this result, the country's sports union decided to assemble a team with its strongest striker for the next competition.
To this end, they established the Blue Lock prison, in which 300 players will compete for a spot on the national team. Those eliminated from the competition will be barred from professional football.
Yoichi Isagi, a former high school soccer player, is among those sent to Blue Lock.
1. 'Lastman', 2016-2022
IMDb Score: 8.4/10
Corruption and violence are rampant in Paxtown. Richard Aldana, a street-smart veteran, trains newcomers at a boxing club. His friend and mentor, Dave, is captured by a mysterious cult.
After learning his friend's secrets, Richard realizes that winning the prestigious pugilistic championship is his only chance to free him. However, this is a brutal and deadly competition.
