Movies like Ring Girls (2005)
The best movies like Ring Girls (2005) are Shootfighter: Fight to the Death (1993), Female Fight Squad (2017) and Beast (2026). If Ring Girls hooked you with its action, 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
- NewestLion Fist (2026)Released 2026
Shootfighter: 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 · both action
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 · both action
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 action
Worth the HypeMovies 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 · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBirth of the Dragon (2017)
Set against the backdrop of San Francisco’s Chinatown, this cross-cultural biopic chronicles Bruce Lee’s emergence as a martial-arts superstar after his legendary secret showdown with fellow martial artist Wong Jack Man.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
SnoozefestMovies like thisLion Fist (2026)
Martial arts fighter Joe goes to prison for four years and takes his wife's blame for a drug bust. After his release, he learns that his son needs expensive surgery because of a life-threatening tumor. Joe's only chance to save him: a brutal all-styles tournament with a $100,000 prize.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Worth the HypeMovies 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 · both action
Worth the HypeMovies like thisNever Back Down: Revolt (2021)
An amateur fighter is lured by a trafficking syndicate specializing in elite underground fighting where her brutal captor forces her to fight or face certain death.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Paper Tigers (2020)
Three middle aged men polish their martial arts skills to avenge their fallen master.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
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 · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBloodsport (1988)
An American Army Major goes AWOL to Hong Kong for an outlawed martial arts contest called the Kumite.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Worth the HypeMovies like thisThe Last Kumite (2024)
When shady businessman Ron Hall kidnaps his daughter, retired karate champion Michael Rivers is forced to enter a deadly illegal Kumite tournament in Bulgaria. Enlisting the help of seasoned trainers Master Loren and Julie Jackson, he discovers other fighters face the same desperate struggle to save their loved ones.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
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 · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Marine 3: Homefront (2013)
A Marine must do whatever it takes to save his kidnapped sister and stop a terrorist attack masterminded by a radical militia group.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDragon: The Bruce Lee Story (1993)
This film is a glimpse into the life, love and the unconquerable spirit of the legendary Bruce Lee. From a childhood of rigorous martial arts training, Lee realizes his dream of opening his own kung-fu school in America. Before long, he is discovered by a Hollywood producer and begins a meteoric rise to fame and an all too short reign as one the most charismatic action heroes in cinema history.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisEmbattled (2020)
The eldest son of a ruthlessly tough MMA champion must fight his way out of the abusive cycle his father has continued.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Marine 5: Battleground (2017)
While working as an EMT back stateside Jake Carter after responding to a distress call, finds himself caught up protecting a person of interest from a biker gang ruthlessly hunting them down.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisGladiator Underground (2025)
Two brothers compete in the world's deadliest underground fighting tournament, where they must decide whether to play by the rules or to cast their honor aside and team up to bring down the dark syndicate running the tournament.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Worth the HypeMovies like thisBeckman (2020)
A contract killer, becomes the reverend of a LA church, until a cult leader and his minions kidnap his daughter. Blinded by vengeance, he cuts a bloody path across the city. The only thing that can stop him is his newfound faith.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisCagefighter: Worlds Collide (2020)
Reiss is the greatest champion to ever fight in a LEGENDS cage. But when promoter Max Black pits him against wrestling superstar Randy Stone, Reiss finds himself in the toughest fight of his life.
Why it matches: Recommended by TMDB viewers · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBellator 260: Lima vs. Amosov (2021)
Lima vs Amosov
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
The Perfect Storm (2000)
In October 1991, a confluence of weather conditions combined to form a killer storm in the North Atlantic. Caught in the storm was the sword-fishing boat Andrea Gail.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisUFC Fight Night 215: Nzechukwu vs. Cuțelaba (2022)
A heavyweight bout between former UFC Heavyweight Championship challenger Derrick Lewis and Sergey Spivak was expected to headline the event. However, while the event was in progress, Lewis was forced to withdraw due to non-COVID, non-weight cutting illness and the bout was cancelled. As a result, Kennedy Nzechukwu and Ion Cuțelaba instead headlined the event. Kennedy Nzechukwu vs. Ion Cuțelaba (Light Heavyweight) Chase Sherman vs. Waldo Cortes-Acosta (Heavyweight) André Fialho vs. Muslim Salikhov (Welterweight) Jack Della Maddalena vs. Danny Roberts (Welterweight) Charles Johnson vs. Zhalgas Zhumagulov (Flyweight)
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
RISE ELDORADO 2025 (2025)
RISE's biggest big match of the year, ELDORADO, will be held at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on Saturday, March 29th. RISE All-Stars such as Haraguchi Kentoi, Shiratori Daiju, Shiro, and Nasugawa Ryukoku are gathered together. And the focus of this tournament is the -61.5kg world tournament begins. Lightweight champion Nakamura Hiroshi, "Human Beast" Panuwat TGT, and light-weight shoot boxing ace Kasahara Yuki have been selected to join.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
RISE World Series 2024: Final (2024)
RISE WORLD SERIES 2024 FINAL, an explosive kickboxing event, takes place at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, showcasing the highly anticipated GLORY RISE Featherweight Grand Prix. The tournament features an eight-man bracket with top competitors like Japan’s Kento Haraguchi, Portugal’s Miguel Trindade, Australia’s Chadd Collins, and Mexico’s Abraham Vidales battling for the featherweight crown. This collaboration between RISE and GLORY brings together elite fighters from around the globe, including Thailand’s Petchpanomrung Kiatmoo9 and Korea’s Sung Hyun Lee, competing in a series of intense superfights. The main event highlights the Grand Prix final, where the semifinals’ victors face off in a 3-round clash with a potential extension round. With 16 fights on the card, this event promises a night of high-level striking action, streamed live on ABEMA for fans worldwide.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
October Days (1958)
Historical drama depicting the events leading up to the 1917 October Revolution produced to celebrate the 40th anniversary.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
Krush 184 (2026)
Krush 184 headlined by Momotaro Kiyama against Futa Hashimoto. Qualifier fights for the vacant 53kg title with Kina Mtasutani and Toranosuke Higashi.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
Bellator 287: Piccolotti vs. Barnaoui (2022)
Bellator 287: Piccolotti vs. Barnaoui (also known as Bellator Milan) is a mixed martial arts event produced by Bellator MMA, that took place on October 29, 2022, at the Allianz Cloud Arena in Milan, Italy.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
A Bullet for Pretty Boy (1970)
A biography of Charles "Pretty Boy" Floyd, a gangster who started his career at a young age after seeking revenge for his father's murder.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
Power Slap 6: KO Chris vs. Muniz (2024)
Las Vegas – Power Slap announced its sixth live event, POWER SLAP 6: KO CHRIS VS. MUNIZ, will take place Friday, February 9 at Durango Casino & Resort in Las Vegas during Super Bowl Weekend. Power Slap 6 is the live finale event of Power Slap: Road to the Title, Season 2, and is presented by Monster Energy.
Why it matches: Similar story and style · both action
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Ring Girls?
The closest matches to Ring Girls are Shootfighter: Fight to the Death (1993), Female Fight Squad (2017) and Beast (2026). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Ring Girls?
Start with Shootfighter: Fight to the Death (1993), the closest match to Ring Girls.
What is the highest-rated movie like Ring Girls?
Beast (2026), rated 7.5/10 by 227 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Ring Girls?
Lion Fist (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Are there English movies like Ring Girls?
Yes: Shootfighter: Fight to the Death (1993), Female Fight Squad (2017) and Beast (2026).
How are movies similar to Ring Girls chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Ring Girls, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.