Movies like K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World (2019)
The best movies like K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World (2019) are Never Back Down 2: The Beatdown (2011), Never Back Down: No Surrender (2016) and Best of the Best (1989). If K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World hooked you, 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 227 votes
- NewestStreet Fighter (2026)Released 2026
- In JapaneseFighting Spirit - Mashiba vs. Kimura (2003)Also in Japanese
Never 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 thisNever 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 thisWrestleMania 37: Night 2 (2021)
The 37th annual Showcase of the Immortals is back in business at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida as night two will feature Asuka defending her Raw Women's Championship against Rhea Ripley, "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt returning to in-ring action against Randy Orton, Intercontinental Champion Big E takes on Apollo Crews for his title, and "The Head of the Table" Roman Reigns defends his Universal Championship against Daniel Bryan & Edge in a Triple Threat Match.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers
Absolute CinemaMovies 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 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
Worth the HypeMovies like thisStreet Fighter (2026)
In 1993, estranged Street Fighters Ryu and Ken Masters are thrown back into combat when the mysterious Chun-Li recruits them for the next World Warrior Tournament: a brutal clash of fists, fate, and fury. But behind this battle royale lies a deadly conspiracy that forces them to face off against each other and the demons of their past. And if they don't, it's GAME OVER!
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 thisLFA 152: Valente vs. Bekoev (2023)
LFA 152: Valente vs. Bekoev was a mixed martial arts event that took place on Friday, February 10, 2023 at the Grand Casino Hotel and Resort in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
LFA 154: Fernando vs. Silva (2023)
LFA 154: Fernando vs. Silva was a mixed martial arts event that took place on Friday, March 10, 2023 at the Ginásio do Polvilho in Cajamar, São Paulo, Brazil.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
UFC 301: Pantoja vs. Erceg (2024)
UFC 301: Pantoja vs. Erceg was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that took place on May 4, 2024, at the Farmasi Arena, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A UFC Flyweight Championship bout between current champion Alexandre Pantoja and Steve Erceg headlined the event.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Fabio Wardley vs. Daniel Dubois (2026)
The two biggest punching heavyweights on the planet collide at the Co-op Live in Manchester where WBO world champion Fabio Wardley defends his title against former IBF ruler Daniel Dubois.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Bellator 262: Velasquez vs. Kielholtz (2021)
Juliana Velasquez vs. Denise Kielholtz (Flyweight) Tyrell Fortune vs. Matt Mitrione (Heavyweight) Matheus Mattos vs. Cee Jay Hamilton (Bantamweight) Arlene Blencowe vs. Dayana Silva (Featherweight) Johnny Eblen vs. Travis Davis (Middleweight)
Why it matches: Similar story and style
ONE 172: Takeru vs. Rodtang (2025)
ONE 172: Takeru vs. Rodtang was a combat sports event produced by ONE Championship that took place on March 23, 2025, at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. A five-round flyweight kickboxing superfight between former ONE Flyweight Muay Thai World Champion Rodtang Jitmuangnon and former three-divisions K-1 World Champion Takeru Segawa headlined the event.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
ONE Friday Fights 51: Rambolek vs. Sen (2024)
ONE Friday Fights 51: Rambolek vs. Şen is a combat sports event produced by ONE Championship that took place on February 9, 2024, at Lumpinee Boxing Stadium in Bangkok, Thailand. A bantamweight muay thai bout between former Super Lightweight (140 lbs) Channel 7 Stadium champion Rambolek Chor.Ajalaboon and Soner Şen served as the event headliner.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
Bellator 263: Pitbull vs. McKee (2021)
Patrício Freire vs. A.J. McKee (Featherweight) Mads Burnell vs. Emmanuel Sanchez (Featherweight) Usman Nurmagomedov vs. Manny Muro (Lightweight) Brent Primus vs. Islam Mamedov (Lightweight) Goiti Yamauchi vs. Chris Gonzalez (Lightweight)
Why it matches: Similar story and style
RIZIN Otoko Matsuri (2025)
On May 4th, RIZIN Otoko Matsuri storms back into the iconic Tokyo Dome, delivering a night of high-stakes showdowns and unforgettable drama. Headlining the event, featherweight champion Kleber Koike puts his belt on the line against undefeated Kyrgyz sensation Razhabali Shaidulloev, a rising powerhouse with fight-ending power. The co-main event features the electrifying return of Mikuru Asakura, who steps into the ring against former champion Chihiro Suzuki in a battle between two of Japan’s biggest stars. Adding to the spectacle, RIZIN’s first Heavyweight Grand Prix in nearly a decade kicks off, promising chaos, knockouts, and the birth of a new heavyweight king.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Yokohama Festival (2019)
The K-1 WORLD GP 2019 JAPAN Yokohama Festival occurs on November 24, 2019, at Yokohama Arena in Yokohama, Japan. This event features fighters like Takeru Segawa, Rukiya Anpo, Kenta Hayashi, and Leona Pettas in a stacked card. Competitors face off in title fights and key matchups. The night delivers high-energy kickboxing action.
Why it matches: Similar story and style
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World?
The closest matches to K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World are Never Back Down 2: The Beatdown (2011), Never Back Down: No Surrender (2016) and Best of the Best (1989). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World?
Start with Never Back Down 2: The Beatdown (2011), the closest match to K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World.
What is the highest-rated movie like K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World?
Beast (2026), rated 7.5/10 by 227 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World?
Street Fighter (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there Japanese movies like K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World?
Yes: Fighting Spirit - Mashiba vs. Kimura (2003), The Return of Sister Street Fighter (1975) and RIZIN Otoko Matsuri (2025).
How are movies similar to K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside K-1 WORLD GP 2019: Japan vs. World, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.