Movies like K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament (2017)
The best movies like K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament (2017) are Never Back Down: No Surrender (2016), Resurrecting the Champ (2007) and American Shaolin (1991). If K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament hooked you, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedBlood and Bone (2009)7.4/10 from 949 votes
- NewestDerek Chisora vs. Deontay Wilder (2026)Released 2026
- In JapaneseFighting Spirit - Mashiba vs. Kimura (2003)Also in Japanese
Never Back Down: No Surrender (2016)
Picking up after the events of Never Back Down 2, former MMA champion Case Walker is on the comeback trail to become champion once again.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisResurrecting the Champ (2007)
Up-and-coming sports reporter rescues a homeless man ("Champ") only to discover that he is, in fact, a boxing legend believed to have passed away. What begins as an opportunity to resurrect Champ's story and escape the shadow of his father's success becomes a personal journey as the ambitious reporter reexamines his own life and his relationship with his family.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAmerican Shaolin (1991)
After facing brutal humiliation in the ring, a young karateka travels to China in order to study the ancient art of Shaolin Kung Fu, becoming the first American Shaolin.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBest of the Best (1989)
A team from the United States is going to compete against Korea in a Tae Kwon Do tournament. The team consists of fighters from all over the country--can they overcome their rivalry and work together to win?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBorn a Champion (2021)
After a blood- soaked jujitsu match in Dubai, fighting legend Mickey Kelley falls to superstar Blaine. But years later, an online video proves that Blaine cheated, and the world demands a rematch. Can the aging underdog get back into shape in time to vanquish his foe, get revenge, and claim his prize?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisJawbone (2017)
A former youth boxing champion, Jimmy McCabe is a man in search of hope but looking in all the wrong places. When he hits rock bottom he turns to his childhood boxing club and the only family he has left: gym owner Bill corner man Eddie and promoter Joe. Back in training, years after anyone thought he was a contender, he risks his life, as he tries to stand tall and regain his place in the world.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisJourneyman (2018)
A boxer suffers a serious head injury during a fight, and must deal with the consequences.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Tournament (2009)
Every seven years, in an unsuspecting town, The Tournament takes place. A battle royale between 30 of the world's deadliest assassins. The last man standing receives the $10,000,000 cash prize and the title of World's No. 1 Assassin, which itself carries the legendary million dollar-a-bullet price tag.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
SnoozefestMovies like thisNever Back Down 2: The Beatdown (2011)
Four fighters from different backgrounds come together to train under an ex MMA rising star and then ultimately have to fight each other and the traitor in their midst.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFemale Fight Squad (2017)
A former fighter reluctantly returns to the life she abandoned in order to help her sister survive the sadistic world of illegal fighting and the maniac who runs it.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFighting Spirit - Mashiba vs. Kimura (2003)
Kimura finally has his championship match. It takes place at the annual champion carnival. But now he must face the intense champion, Mashiba for the Junior Lightweight championship.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisPrizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher (2022)
At the turn of the 19th century, Pugilism was the sport of kings and a gifted young boxer fought his way to becoming champion of England.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisAssassination Games (2011)
Brazil is a contract killer, willing to take any job if the price is right. Flint left the assassin game when a ruthless drug dealer’s brutal attack left his wife in a coma. When a contract is put out on the same coldblooded drug dealer, both Brazil and Flint want him dead – one for the money, the other for revenge. With crooked Interpol agents and vicious members of the criminal underworld hot on their trail, these two assassins reluctantly join forces to quickly take out their target before they themselves are terminated.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBlood and Bone (2009)
In Los Angeles, an ex-con takes the underground fighting world by storm in his quest to fulfill a promise to a dead friend.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisCaptain Tsubasa Movie 04: The Great World Competition!! The Junior World Cup (1986)
Japan and Europe goes continental! This time, they arrange a tournament with 4 teams: Japan, USA, "All-Europe", and "All-South America". South America is rising to the tops of the bracket with their hidden weapon, Carlos Santana, who manages to avoid the tricks of his international opponents. How will Team Japan counter this impressive player?
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Worth the HypeMovies like thisShootfighter: Fight to the Death (1993)
Nick and Ruben are hoodwinked into a "shootfighter" (no-holds-barred, to the death) martial arts match by the evil Mr. Lee, who has a grudge against world shootfighter champ(and teacher of Nick and Ruben) Shingo.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Return of Sister Street Fighter (1975)
When Koryu's childhood friend Shurei is abducted by gangsters, the desperate young woman recruits a female martial artist and a tough-as-nails stranger to join her for a dangerous rescue mission.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisFighting Spirit: Champion Road (2003)
Makunouchi Ippo is the new Featherweight champion of Japan and is now ready for his first title defense. His opponent, the former Jr. Featherweight champion and a medical student, Sanada Kazuki. In addition to this feud, Sanada is being coached by Kamogawa's former rival, Hama Dankichi. What makes things worse is that Sanada works at the same hospital where Kumi is a nurse at and everybody at the hospital wants Sanada to win. Not only does Ippo have to defend his title, he has to reclaim his love.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisWWE Crown Jewel 2021 (2021)
The 2021 Crown Jewel was a professional wrestling event produced by WWE. It was the third Crown Jewel and took place on October 21, 2021, at Mohammed Abdu Arena on The Boulevard in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as part of Riyadh Season. The event aired via pay-per-view and livestreaming, marking the first Crown Jewel to air on Peacock in the United States.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisWWE WrestleMania 31 (2015)
WrestleMania 31 was the thirty-first annual WrestleMania professional wrestling pay-per-view (PPV) event produced by WWE. It took place on March 29, 2015, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Absolute CinemaMovies like thisDerek Chisora vs. Deontay Wilder (2026)
Derek Chisora (36-13, 23 KOs) faces former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) at the O2 Arena in London.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
UFC 282: Blachowicz vs. Ankalaev (2022)
UFC 282: Błachowicz vs. Ankalaev was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship. It took place on December 10, 2022, at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
CFFC 114 (2022)
CFFC 114 was a mixed martial arts event that took place on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino in Tampa, Florida.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Cage Warriors 146: Manchester (2022)
Cage Warriors 146: Manchester was a mixed martial arts event that took place on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at the Bec Arena in Manchester, England.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Power Slap 18: Wolverine vs. Da Crazy Hawaiian (2026)
Power Slap 18, featuring a main event match between Wolverine and Da Crazy Hawaiian, is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026, at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
RIZIN LANDMARK 9 in KOBE (2024)
Lightweight champion Roberto "Satoshi" de Souza's return match will be against K-Taro Nakamura in a lower weight class!
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Super RIZIN 2 (2023)
On July 30th Super RIZIN 2 is live from Saitama Super Arena in Japan. The fight card has well over 8 matches, 3 of them are with titles on the line and will have Mikuru Asakura vs Vugar Karamov fighting for the RIZIN Featherweight Title as main event of the evening, finishing the entire lineup with a bang!
Why it matches: Similar story and style
RIZIN 21 (2020)
Asakura takes center stage in a featherweight clash with Daniel Salas. Salas seeks to shock the Japanese crowd when he takes on Asakura, who has won 13 of his 14 pro bouts.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
RIZIN 22 (2020)
RIZIN 22 is heavy on quality kickboxing and women’s MMA, while also featuring a lightweight showdown between Yusuke Yachi and Roberto de Souza. The lineup also includes Ayaka Hamasaki, Kanna Asakura, Naoki Inoue, Yoshinari Nadaka and Rui Ebata.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
RIZIN 23 (2020)
RIZIN 23 serves to crown a new bantamweight champion when Hiromasa Ougikubo meets Kai Asakura in the headliner. The undercard is full of prospects, including Kazumasa Majima, Makoto Takahashi and Tatsuki Saomoto. Kickboxing fans will be treated to a rematch between Taiga and Kento Haraguchi, plus the return of KAITO.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament?
The closest matches to K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament are Never Back Down: No Surrender (2016), Resurrecting the Champ (2007) and American Shaolin (1991). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament?
Start with Never Back Down: No Surrender (2016), the closest match to K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament.
What is the highest-rated movie like K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament?
Blood and Bone (2009), rated 7.4/10 by 949 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament?
Derek Chisora vs. Deontay Wilder (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there Japanese movies like K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament?
Yes: Fighting Spirit - Mashiba vs. Kimura (2003), Captain Tsubasa Movie 04: The Great World Competition!! The Junior World Cup (1986) and The Return of Sister Street Fighter (1975).
How are movies similar to K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside K-1 WORLD GP 2017: Super Bantamweight Championship Tournament, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.