Movies like Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~ (2012)
The best movies like Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~ (2012) are Hardball (2001), Beast (2026) and Gracie (2007). If Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~ hooked you with its drama, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedBeast (2026)7.5/10 from 228 votes
- NewestBeast (2026)Released 2026
- In JapaneseTaboo (1999)Also in Japanese
Hardball (2001)
An aimless young man who is scalping tickets, gambling and drinking, agrees to coach a Little League team from the Cabrini Green housing project in Chicago as a condition of getting a loan from a friend.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBeast (2026)
MMA legend Patton James, now a commercial fisherman, is pulled back into the cage when his brother is in danger. Reuniting with his old coach Sammy, he commits to one final fight in one championship against the brutal champion Xavier Grau.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Worth the HypeMovies like thisGracie (2007)
A teenager faces an uphill battle when she fights to give women the opportunity to play competitive soccer.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSalomé (2013)
After the lewd and frenetic Dance of the Seven Veils, and with the solemn pledge from the very lips of Herod himself that she could have whatever her heart desires up to half his kingdom, wanton and proud young Salomé comes before her king with an unreasonable demand. Beguiled by John the Baptist, and then scorned for the sake of his god, lascivious Salomé—encouraged by her mother, the vindictive, Herodias—commands that John be executed and his head delivered on a silver platter.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTaboo (1999)
Set during Japan's Shogun era, this film looks at life in a samurai compound where young warriors are trained in swordfighting. A number of interpersonal conflicts are brewing in the training room, all centering on a handsome young samurai named Sozaburo Kano. The school's stern master can choose to intervene, or to let Kano decide his own path.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisHands of Stone (2016)
The legendary Roberto Duran and his equally legendary trainer Ray Arcel change each other's lives.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBattles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima (1973)
Repeatedly beat to a pulp by gamblers, cops, and gangsters, lone wolf Shoji Yamanaka finally finds a home as a Muraoka family hitman and falls in love with boss Muraoka's niece. Meanwhile, the ambitions of mad dog Katsutoshi Otomo draws our series' hero, Shozo Hirono, and the other yakuza into a new round of bloodshed.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBastard Out of Carolina (1996)
A poor, struggling South Carolinian mother and daughter face painful choices with their resolve and pride. Bone, the eldest daughter, and Anney her tired mother, grow both closer and farther apart: Anney sees Glen as her last chance.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Worth the HypeMovies like thisHounddog (2008)
A drama set in the American South, where a precocious, troubled girl finds a safe haven in the music and movement of Elvis Presley.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Short History of the Long Road (2019)
Nola grew up living in a van with her father, Clint—two nomads against the world. When tragedy strikes, Nola must confront the reality of life on the road alone, learning to own her grief, her past, and her new destination.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Worth the HypeMovies like thisIron Jawed Angels (2004)
Defiant young activists take the women's suffrage movement by storm, putting their lives at risk to help American women win the right to vote.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFemale Prisoner Scorpion: Jailhouse 41 (1972)
After being used and betrayed by the detective she had fallen in love with, young Matsu is sent to a female prison full of sadistic guards and disobedient prisoners.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Worth the HypeMovies like thisJigen Daisuke (2023)
Feeling unhappy with his gun, Jigen is looking for the world’s best gunsmith. He finally finds out that Chiharu, who runs a watch shop, is the person he’s been seeking. Then, Jigen meets Oto, who comes to Chiharu’s shop looking for a gun. Jigen finds out about Oto's secrets and the mysterious organization that’s after her. After Oto is kidnapped, Jigen gets into a desperate battle to save her.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisIntroducing Dorothy Dandridge (1999)
An acclaimed stage performer, Dorothy still struggled with the challenge of her color, in a time that wouldn't let some stars in by the front door. Yet against the odds she beat out many more famous rivals for the role of "Carmen Jones", becoming the first black woman ever nominated for a Best Actress Academy Award. Marriages and affairs would break her heart, but her heart was strong. Seductive and easily seduced, she was born to be a star - with all the glory and all the pain of being loved, abused, cheated, glorified, undermined and undefeated. Here was a woman who wouldn't wait in the wings. Halle Berry stars as Dorothy Dandrige.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisCardboard Boxer (2016)
Gentle and broken, a homeless man fights others on video for money but soon finds comfort in an unlikely friend and the lost diary of a young girl.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBattle of the Year (2013)
A down-on-his-luck coach is hired to prepare a team of the best American dancers for an international tournament that attracts all the best crews from around the world, but the Americans haven't won in fifteen years.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSister Street Fighter (1974)
Li Mansei is a martial-arts champion turned undercover agent. When he is captured by a drug lord, his sister Li Koryu turns to his former martial-arts school, including the powerful Sonny Kawasaka, for help in the inevitable battle royale.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFemale Yakuza Tale (1973)
Ocho is accidentally captured by a drug trafficking cartel who use Chinese women to smuggle drugs into Japan by hiding it in their vaginas. She is tortured, and manages to escape, fighting both the male yakuzas and a gang of female thieves.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisSalting the Battlefield (2014)
David Hare concludes his trilogy of films about MI5 renegade Johnny Worricker with another fugue on power, secrets and the British establishment. Johnny Worricker goes on the run with Margot Tyrell across Europe, and with the net closing in, the former MI5 man knows his only chance of resolving his problems is to return home and confront prime minister Alec Beasley.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Ballad of Narayama (1983)
In a small village in a valley everyone who reaches the age of 70 must leave the village and go to a certain mountain top to die. If anyone should refuse they would disgrace their family. Old Orin is 69. This winter it is her turn to go to the mountain. But first she must make sure that her eldest son Tatsuhei finds a wife.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both drama
Worth the HypeMovies like thisYankee High School Girl 1 ~Ibaraki's Strongest Legend~ (2008)
Umihisa (Rio) had become the leader of the Ibaraki delinquent world, but because her father had been cheated out of all his assets, she decided to leave the delinquent world and transfer to the same prestigious school where her cousin, Hitoe (Minami Aiyama), attends, aiming to marry a rich man. However, instead of changing her attitude, Umihisa goes to school in a delinquent girl uniform from the 80s, spits on her teacher, and behaves badly... Then, Hitoe goes missing!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
Yankee High School Girl 2 ~Kanagawa Legend~ (2009)
"Her name is...♥" "Yokohama Ginji..." After falling in love with a man for the first time, Shinobu (Kishi Aino) has been trying her best to get the attention of Ginji (Ishii Ryo), the head of the Jonan family, but her efforts have always been fruitless. However, after meeting Akane (Yoshimi Asami), once feared as a "legendary lady," she gradually begins to get caught up in the ways of the delinquents. Then, when Ginji is beaten by the rival "Black Needle Sword" and loses his memory, Shinobu's rage explodes... The first to strike is a sure win! One-on-one is the best! You've never seen Kishi Aino look so dignified!! The second installment of the smash hit series is here!!!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
Yankee High School Girl 7 ~Tochigi's Strongest Legend~ (2011)
For many years, numerous biker gang teams have been fighting fiercely at Seikimatsu Girls' Academy, aiming to be the top of the school... Meanwhile, the "Jounan Family" led by Hikaru (Meguri) is about to take the top spot, but is easily defeated by Kaoru (Ohashi Sayoko), a powerful helper sent by their rival "Fuujin" group, Erika (Maeda Yuki). Hikaru loses his friends one by one. However, the conflict was only the prologue to the secret treasure... A fantastic rampage! The top idol Meguri is here, beyond imagination...! A yoroshiku!!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
Yankee High School Girl 8 ~Shizuoka's Strongest Legend~ (2012)
Sakuragawa Misuzu (Yume Kana), a second-year student in class 3 at Jonan High School, is a clumsy delinquent high school girl who is always the errand boy. Today, she is being asked to pay tribute by the members of the "Fuujin" gang, including Fukumoto (Konaka Bunta), who control the school. One day, Chihiro (Nishina Momoka), the lone wolf at the school, who is feared as the "Bloody Grim Reaper," appears before her. Misuzu witnesses Chihiro's ferocious strength as he beats up Fukumoto and his gang in an instant, and asks to become his underling... Meanwhile, the Fuujin gang's ferocious revenge begins, with Chihiro as its target. Yume Kana, the hugely popular idol who dominated the headlines in 2011, finally appears in this hit series in her first lead role in a drama!!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
Yankee High School Girl 3 ~Saitama's Greatest Legend~ (2010)
The "Jonan Ikka" led by Ayano (Yokoyama Miyuki) is a tomboyish, militant biker gang. Together with the spirited Asuka (Natsuzaki Marimi), timid Haruka (Inami Aya), and brilliant Mirai (Wada Megumi), they compete fiercely with their rival "Kokuhariken". While each member has their own troubles, Haruka, who was dating a member of "Kokuhariken" without knowing it, is raped. Trembling with rage, Ayano and her friends head into enemy territory. The third installment of the popular series! A hardcore ladies' action is about to explode!!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
"BLOW THE NIGHT!" Let's Spend the Night Together (1983)
"BLOW THE NIGHT!" Let's Spend the Night Together is a 1983 Japanese docu-drama shot on 16mm film starring actual Yanki gang members as many of the main characters.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
Sukeban Octopus Pot (2008)
Reiko Sasori, Boss of the Starlight Squids is released from jail after a sentence for an attempt on Boss Muraco's life, She meets up with her sisters and returns to her previous life as Sukeban, but sees that things have changed in her absence. Reiko's girlfriend from jail is released and joins her in her new life...but what part does she play in the puzzle? Will happiness prevail or will Reiko never forget a grudge?
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
Yankee High School Girl 5 ~Gunma's Strongest Legend~ (2011)
Hokuto Girls' Academy is a den of unruly delinquents from all over the country. A girl has come to bring peace and order to the dilapidated school by defeating the "Three Crows" who rule it! Her name is Juri (Jessica Kizaki). Having singlehandedly annihilated the "Kanzaki Group" and avenged the grudge of her beloved lover, she is feared as "Juri the Crusher" and has entered the school alone to make a deal... The heroine of the fifth installment of the extremely popular series is Jessica Kizaki! She's ready to fight, but she's also a brawler!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
Yankee High School Girl 6 ~Hachioji's Strongest Legend~ (2011)
Sakurako (Ogura Nana) was the leader of the Jonan Ikka, a militant biker gang said to be the strongest in Ibaraki Prefecture. Sakurako's name makes everyone tremble, but in fact, her secret dream was to "become a normal girl...!" A dream she had given up on, thinking it would never come true . However, one day she was transferred to a high school in Hachioji, and Sakurako tried to change her image into a serious high school girl all at once, but the rumors of her being a "legendary delinquent" continued unabated... The sixth installment of the extremely popular series! Top idol Ogura Nana goes one-on-one! She goes wild!
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
Yankee High School Girl 4 ~Chiba's Strongest Legend~ (2010)
When her boyfriend leaves Chiba for Tokyo, Rin must take his place as leader of the motorcycle gang and fight their rivals.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both drama
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~?
The closest matches to Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~ are Hardball (2001), Beast (2026) and Gracie (2007). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~?
Start with Hardball (2001), the closest match to Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~.
What is the highest-rated movie like Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~?
Beast (2026), rated 7.5/10 by 228 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~?
Beast (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there Japanese movies like Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~?
Yes: Taboo (1999), Battles Without Honor and Humanity: Deadly Fight in Hiroshima (1973) and Female Prisoner Scorpion: Jailhouse 41 (1972).
How are movies similar to Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~ chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Yankee High School Girl 9 ~Nagano's Strongest Legend~, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.