Top 10 Inspiring Movies Based on a True Story

These films made us cry happy tears! For this list, we’ll be looking at memorable films portraying real-life events that are either moving, encouraging, insightful, motivational, or all of the above. Our countdown includes "Rudy", "Remember the Titans", "Soul Surfer" and more! Which movie has left a lasting impression on you? Let us know in the comments!
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[@DanGamingFan2846]

I saw _Soul Surfer_ back middle school and it still touches me to this day. I've never forgotten what taught me about the power of determination and support from loved ones in the face of seemingly impossible odds.

[@LoveHandle4890]

“Just remember kid, heroes get remembered. But legends never die. Follow your heart and you’ll never go wrong.” -Babe Ruth (The Sandlot).

[@jaclynsanture6643]

The Sandlot is a classic, I love it

[@chelseacanales8763]

Remember the Titans Erin Brockovich 42 Coach Carter Freedom Writers The Pursuit of Happiness Those movies are so good; gives me goosebumps every time I see them. They don’t make certain movies like on this list.

[@mr.decencykeepinitreal6348]

‘42’ was indeed a good movie about the famous baseball player Jackie Robinson played by Chadwick Boseman, he literally did a very good job, may he rest in peace…

[@DarkLink1996]

Loved that Movie

[@willbrashear]

Yes and its in my private collection

[@bennymora3086]

I still miss him.😭

[@carriel9954]

Great movie. That’s my favorite movie of Chadwick’s

[@DarkLink1996]

@@carriel9954 Agree, it was portrayed beautifully & the voice of a Young Vin Scully was perfect

[@Brook11223]

For me it's 42 because Chadwick Boseman captured the spirit of Jackie Robinson beautifully.

[@SuperBoy-ps9dz]

I wish Chadwick was still alive.

[@coolgameboy8077]

R.I.P to both of them.

[@Brook11223]

@@coolgameboy8077 He also portrayed Floyd Little.

[@carriel9954]

His best movie imo.

[@erinlizzie09]

I cried myself to sleep the night I watch Schindler's list and then when I woke up the next morning, I cried again. You will literally neve be the same after that movie.

[@Rhythm_.]

I did that when I watched passion of Crist .

[@Nona10422]

Where is this available

[@captainjack8593]

​@@Nona10422 check vegamovies,,,search there by movie name

[@heythere3780]

It was boring and put me to sleep.

[@emburnham953]

Hidden Figures should have had a place on this list. One of my all time favourite movies!

[@WindDancer435]

I agree. That was one of the best movies I have ever seen in my life.

[@mr.decencykeepinitreal6348]

‘The Pursuit of Happiness’ was also pretty good. Will Smith did a great job as both co-producer and actor (who became Oscar-nominated in 2007).

[@s.p.8803]

But the real man it is based on 😨😨

[@Rose-Rae]

Rudy, Erin Brockovich, Soul Surfer and Schindler's list (can't watch it anymore because I cry throughout the whole movie).

[@KnightOMoon]

I really love the Christian movies based off real accounts. Wether you believe they actually happened or not, they do make for a thought provoking topic of how far can someone's belief in faith go. Heaven is For Real, Miracles From Heaven, and The Cabin all made me cry like a baby and I love them.

[@DaddyOfTheSugarVariety]

Stories based on true stories are the best!

[@markelijio6012]

Patton, Papillon, The Man Who Would Be King, The Turning Point, Julia were the five greatest films were based on true stories are simply the best!

[@MarissaFloro]

Another great video and super entertaining. You all keep up the good work and I can't wait to see the next one.

[@jacobreamer3541]

Hacksaw Ridge is easily the most inspiring war movie of all time and the fact that they left more stuff out bc no one would believe it is insane. Definitely deserves a mention on this list I’m kind of disappointed…

[@Katia38]

I didn't even watch the video because I alway read the comments before....and if they left this movie out is just so wrong....is one of the best based on real facts movie ever...🥰

[@jacobreamer3541]

@@Katia38 🤝

[@atran071]

Fun fact about the movie, 42: Kelley Jakle, who played the nanny, is the great-granddaughter of Major League Baseball executive Branch Rickey, who was portrayed by Harrison Ford.

[@kellycarter4944]

Schindler's list was one of the most disturbing movies I have ever watched. You knew while watching it that as horrifying as some of the scenes were, it was not even close to the reality that actually happened. In my mind this movie should be a must watch for everyone.

[@melannwil31]

I have to admit I have only seen 2 of these movies. However I am surprised that some of my other favorites weren’t on the list. Hidden Figures, and Big Miracle. Those are definitely inspiring in my eyes.

[@sandraclark4010]

Great information for all movies lovers !!!!

[@carriel9954]

My favorites from the list are soul surfer, 42, coach carter, remember the titans and freedom writers. Great movies.

[@elizabethboulter7578]

These are good ones, but I would have included Hidden Figures, Apollo 13, Seabiscuit, and Memphis Belle.

[@darthstarkiller1912]

Loved "Apollo 13" since I first saw it in middle school science. Amazing story.

[@michaelmccarthy5455]

Definitely Hidden Figures and Apollo 13. Hidden Figures about the Women of NASA who helped the space program and Apollo 13 about how it takes an entire team, even those we don't notice (Mission Control and the Flight Directors) who worked behind the scenes to bring three men home from a hostile environment.

[@SupermarketSweep777]

October Sky should have been here too.

[@jennifer_m.8613]

We watched "Freedom Writers" in high school. I'm not usually a fan of movies that dark, but this was a great movie!

[@SallySkellington84]

We need a second one!! Some great picks! But there's still so many more! American sniper being one. I am glad one of absolute favs made the list. Remember the titans but there's still a lot that could have been mentioned

[@evelinaivanova225]

For anyone looking for an inspiring movie based on a true story "Front of the Class" is one of the most inspirational movies I have ever watched! Recommend it 100%.

[@GamerFunOriginallyAarush]

They are great movies to watch!

[@elisabethruth1048]

Hacksaw Ridge directed by Mel Gibson should have been on this list 😌

[@Elizabeth9694]

Great list, though I would argue Hacksaw Ridge definitely should have earned a spot in the top 5... maybe in a follow-up list!

[@BG-be8di]

The most inspiring movies for me are: "Soul surfer", "The Theory of everything" and "Pursuit of happiness".

[@bryankirchmeier-fw3ug]

I saw "Remember the Titans" at school, and it really spoke to me. I had no idea it was based on a true story until I was told it was.

[@psyched3lictoad240]

It really is a great movie

[@Silvercrypto-xk4zy]

the blind side, hacksaw ridge, american sniper, 13 hours, captain philips and others should also be on this list

[@brookelynnenewcomer943]

I watched most of these. Such a good movies.

[@nicolelylewis]

Soul Surfer and The Freedom Writers are such good movies!!

[@cherleprevost9186]

The Theory of Everything is incredible because he was so smart and that is brilliant x

[@genesismartinez1836]

There was another movie that was based on a true story, homeless to Harvard, the story of Liz Murray

[@irun26mi]

Those are some great movies. I would include Harriet, Hacksaw Ridge, The Way Back (2010), Like Stars On Earth, Race, Chariots of Fire, McFarland USA, and a Beautiful Mind.

[@nohandle1028]

My all-time favorite real-life inspirational movie is Brian's Song! The movie is based on a chapter in Gale Sayers biography I Am Third depicting the special friendship between him and Brian Piccalo, the son of Italian immigrants. What makes their friendship special was the fact that Gale was while Brian was white. They met during their rookie season with the Chicago Bears during the 1960's when segregation was a big part of America south. The movie is a definite must-see! It has everything emotion imaginationable! It'll make you laugh and cry and everything in between.

[@janetleesteinman9165]

Wonderful

[@WindDancer435]

Gayle was African American and portrayed by Billy Dee Williams.

[@pammywilly]

Hacksaw Ridge - incredible true story.

[@barbarabavier675]

As usual, you missed so many. How about Stand and Deliver, Selena, Serpico, JFK, and the epic musical, The Sound of Music, to name just a few?

[@Char.805]

Remember the Titans is one of my favorite football movies next to Waterboy but remember the Titans will always be my number one favorite football movie because it is so good

[@Pablorcct]

also Hacksaw Ridge with Andrew Garfield, Eddie the eagle with Taron Egerton, Immitation Game & Louis Wain with Benedict Cumberbatch, Hunger with Michael Fassbender, the blind side with Sandra Bullock, Gold with Helen Mirren & Ryan Reynolds, Julie & Julia with Meryl Streep & Amy Adams, the soloist with Downey Jr & Jamie Foxx...

[@freddiemolinajr.8397]

great video

[@yadielenielbellecolon982]

Thank For The Video 😇🙏🏿🕊️🐑📽️📼

[@brianc.1149]

Miracle, The Rookie both are great movies of overcoming tremendous odds.

[@jocelynesoto972]

Stand and Deliver should be on the list. I watched it twice a year in high school cause all my math teachers had the same idea 😂

[@ashiegirl27]

I agree with you.

[@inesatt1313]

These are marvels!

[@TrulyMademoizelle]

Remember the Titans is one of my top 10 favorite movies of all time.

[@justineves3588]

Very very great epic list I like it a lot very very great job mis mojo one of my absolute favorite list ever 😊 another great inspiring true story movie is when the game stands tall 😊

[@lindasmith4049]

One of my favorite true life movies is 'Lion'

[@stephenjacewicz4594]

Some of these are good to fantastic. Unplanned, Unbroken, Megan Leavey, Unbroken: Path To Redemption, Hacksaw Ridge, Selena and many others belong here too.

[@erinlizzie09]

I used to hate my name, but then I saw Erin Brockovich and I felt proud to have it.

[@PIMPSTA951]

One that tops all these is "A million miles away" such a inspirational movie none of these mentioned come close

[@christelheadington1136]

I'd move a couple football teams to honorable mention, and put "Hidden Figures on the list. Never saw the one a RBG, might look it up one day.

[@shirlaanacoleman5644]

OK Hacksaw Ridge should've been on this list somewhere

[@WindDancer435]

Snowden and Jasper, Texas are also fantastic movies. Lou Gossett in Jasper was fantastic as were all the other actors including Angelina Jolie's dad, whose name I can't recall right now.

[@alldrinemunoz9086]

Not seeing my favorite Movie of all time "Hidden Figures" makes me sad😭😭

[@melissaolson6108]

Glory belongs on this list.

[@jamalvargas6146]

Suggestion: We Bare Bears Vs The Loud House

[@royercrosbypatton6370]

Honestly seeing this clip in my most truthful opinion it looks like life as it happens and it just shows that hard work, dedication & genuine optimism overcomes any obstacle mental or physical and that in my book is truly inspiring in some way, shape or form in itself.

[@LAD60]

Hidden Figures - a glaring omission.

[@NM-0987]

'Official Secrets' is a great movie based on true events relating to the war in Iraq.

[@RapFanatic4ever]

Gotta give it to Antwone Fisher Glory Road and Notirlous all starring Derek Luke and Coach Carter with Samuel L Jackson

[@englishrose6790]

Miracle has to be my favourite

[@Carlyn88413]

I would’ve included Eddie the Eagle at least in honorable mentions

[@janellerod4865]

Where is Hidden Figures 🤔

[@kyrareneeLOA]

Hidden figures, and Gifted Hands The Ben Carson Story❣(both phenomenal!! wow movies) watch them, should have been on the list. And the Blind Side.

[@hailemichaelendeshaw6133]

Amazing list.

[@MsMojo]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@sandiarms4719]

Stand and Deliver is one of the best

[@chyennedunn4803]

Was hoping they’d mention Miracle and Glory Road 😭

[@Mudang_pullo]

I believe in comments 🙈

[@isabelrocha285]

Schindler's List. From the ones i saw.

[@NickCC23]

Rudy and Titans streched the truth a bit.

[@plathontherun2798]

I think 'Glory' should be on this list.

[@the_mike_essen_show2484]

The problem with this list is that all these choices are currently movies. The Stratton Story, The Sound of Music and Exodus were up at the top

[@conniekingston1490]

Rudy is my favorite

[@vickyr4354]

Here are some good movies that you missed: 1. The Pianist 2. A Beautiful Mind 3. Oppenheimer 4. Imitation Game 5. The Blind Side

[@belloesserediversi]

Freedom Writers the best❤

[@Kloka777]

Miracle? Where is that? Or even The Express: an Ernie Davis story(or something like that don't remember the exact name)

[@gulbaxarmedetova2756]

erin brockovich is ever the best for me🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@chrissybabyist]

How is Hidden Figures not on this list??? 🤨

[@Katia38]

I miss I Still Believe in this video...its a great movie about faith....

[@haleylafferty9870]

Love Freedom Writers

[@BryanKalloo]

Damn what about The Blind Side?! Cmon not even a honorable mention?!

[@joannryan5929]

Pride of the Yankees, Heaven is for Real, Diary of Anne Frank were also great true story movies.

[@leifstreib]

Please do Top 10 sequel movies that were better than the first movie 🍿 7:38

[@martinataschl8530]

👍 "Invictus"👍 "My left foot"👍 "Capernaum"👍

[@cawest329]

Decent, but Hidden Figures should also be on this list.

[@Brooksie-ke3do]

What about Dolphin Tale 1 & 2?

[@ashi_831]

Hacksaw Ridge

[@xaxri]

What about the "The Blind Side"???

[@nicovargas9002]

I think the most inspirational movie based on a true store in forever stron

[@marilyntaylor9577]

“Hoosiers”, it doesn’t happen often, but sometimes the least likely are the winners!

[@jl5749]

was hoping seabiscuit would be on here

[@kandraklamar8711]

Schindler's list

[@meteach1]

You forgot Invictus

[@hsien9151]

Any recommendation about true story of musician? Ty

[@ntombimagatshenikazingelwa8459]

Bohemian rhapsody

[@celtichorsewoman]

Interesting compilation, though movies often gloss over the "hero's" flaws. And most of these films are MEN in sports. What about the other Inspiring Stories? What about Awakenings?"

[@bheast86]

THE PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS celebrate not paying people for perseverance and hard work

[@bdebsing]

I’d add “Miracle on Ice.”

[@bluetilly5468]

Murder in the first with Kevin Bacon being beaten in Alcatraz should be ahead the sports ones, harrowing story. Gifted hands was another great story. Hidden figures and Best of Enemies

[@leighcarmichael4951]

I feel like it was wrong to not include Argo or Miracle.

[@CreativeT09]

There's also Akeelah and the Bee about a girl winning the Spelling Bee.

[@MysticCat77]

What about Gridiron Gang