10 best boxing dramas

There are two kinds of boxing dramas. One with a cheer-worthy hero whose triumph offers a cathartic relief. The other explores broader themes and drama that go beyond the ring. The protagonist in the latter may not necessarily be worth rooting for, but the films in their entirety are. (Curated by Sajin Shrijith)

Raging Bull (1980)

Rocky III (1982)

The Set-Up (1949)

Requiem for a Heavyweight (1956)

Ali - Director's Cut (2001)

Fat City (1972)

Sarpatta Parambarai (2021)

Mukkabaaz (2018)

The Hurricane (1999)

Alappuzha Gymkhana (2025)