Hockey, Ice Skating, Bobsled & Other Winter Sports Movies To Watch

Check out these competition-driven movies and documentaries that spotlight your favorite winter sports

Athletes who thrive in the coldest temperatures take skill and determination to the extreme, literally. Set on ice and snow, these movies and documentaries deliver competition energy, inspiring comebacks, and stories fueled by grit, teamwork, and belief. Dive into this watch guide for stories that shine in the frost.

Inspired by True Stories & Real Competition: Ice Hockey & Bobsled

Olympic Dreams Come True: Miracle

This true story follows the U.S. men’s ice hockey team’s historic gold-medal run at the 1980 Olympics. After missing out on playing in the 1960 Olympic-winning team, Herb Brooks (Kurt Russell, The Strongest Man in the World) gets another shot at glory coaching the 1980 squad. Up against the seemingly unbeatable Soviet team, Herb is determined to lead his team to victory, uniting a group of collegiate underdogs to pull off the “Miracle on Ice.”

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Feel The Rhythm, Feel The Rhyme: Cool Runnings

Filled with heart and humor, this movie tells the story of four Jamaican athletes who formed the first-ever Jamaican bobsled team to compete in the Calgary Winter Olympics. Contending with an unfamiliar sport, climate, and culture, Derice and his teammates must pull together to prove they belong. Fueled by pride, determination, and the guidance of their coach, Irv (John Candy, Splash), the team looks to pull off an incredible accomplishment.

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The Other Side Of The Story: Of Miracles and Men (ESPN)

History is usually written by the victors, but this 30 for 30 documentary tells the tale of the “Miracle on Ice” from the perspective of the Soviets. Director Jonathan Hock revisits the fateful night of February 22, 1980, framing it as a devastating defeat with lasting impact on the Soviet players and their coach.
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Figure Skating Documentaries

Axels & Salchows In The Big Apple & Beyond: Harlem Ice

This 2025 docuseries follows the girls of Figure Skating in Harlem, a nonprofit organization that provides young women with skating lessons along with education and leadership development. The five-part documentary series gives you an inspiring look at their journey as they strive to make their mark on the global stage.

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A Sports Tale With A Side Of True Crime: The Price of Gold (ESPN)

This 30 for 30 documentary unpacks one of the biggest scandals in sports history. Featuring archival footage and interviews with Tonya Harding, it tells the story of her rivalry with fellow figure skater Nancy Kerrigan, from their rises to fame to the shocking attack in 1994 and its aftermath. (ESPN)
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Family-Friendly Ice Hockey Movies

A Heartwarming Adventure: The Mighty Ducks

Forced to coach a ragtag youth ice hockey team as part of his court-mandated community service, hotshot lawyer Gordon Bombay (Emilio Estevez) is determined to take them from zeros to heroes. Along the way, Gordon and the team learn what it really means to be a winner. Follow Coach Bombay and the team on more adventures in the two sequels.

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Surfing, Snowboarding & Youth Winter Sports Movies

From Surfing The Waves To Shredding The Slopes: Johnny Tsunami

Teen surfer Johnny Kapahala (Brandon Baker) is a fish out of water when he’s forced to leave his island life in Hawaii for the snowy mountains of Vermont. He clashes with the preppy skiing crowd at his new school, but finds belonging among a group of free-spirited snowboarders. Through it all, Johnny’s grandpa (Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa) is by his side, sharing wisdom about the importance of staying true to yourself.

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Risking It All In The Half Pipe: Cloud 9

When Kayla (Dove Cameron, Descendants) is kicked off her elite snowboarding team, her charmed lifestyle falls apart. Forced to work in a dog grooming shop, she strikes up an unexpected friendship with Will (Luke Benward), a former snowboarding champion seeking redemption after a highly publicized wipeout. As Will agrees to coach Kayla, the two teach each other that when you believe in yourself, nothing's impossible.

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