Top 10 cricket movies and documentaries to watch

Cricket has always brought one of the most inspiring and celebrated stories one can ever hear of. Cricket movies and documentaries give those stories a different look and platform for people to enjoy, get inspired, and celebrate the game of cricket. Here are the top 10 cricket movies and documentaries to watch.

1. Laagan (2001, Hindi)

Ashutosh Gowariker’s Oscar-nominated epic, set in British-ruled India, is one of the greatest cricket movies made in India.

It sees villagers challenging colonial rulers to cricket in a thrilling amalgamation of patriotism, teamwork, and cinema at its best.

Aamir Khan starred in that movie with a huge star cast playing a supporting role. A.R.Rahaman’s music in Laagan still gets loved and praised by the fans.

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2. M.S.Dhoni - The untold story (2016, Hindi)

This biographical drama traces the life of Mahendra Singh Dhoni, one of India’s most successful cricket captains.

It explores his early struggles, rise to fame, and the pressures of leading a cricket-crazy nation. Sushant Singh Rajput's portrayal of Dhoni received critical acclaim.

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3. 83 (2021, Hindi)

Kabir Khan’s film recreated the underdog triumph of India’s 1983 World Cup team under Kapil Dev’s captaincy, capturing the thrills and spirit of the landmark victory.

Ranveer Singh got praised as Kapil Dev in the movie as he not only mimiced his body language but also his batting and bowling styles also.

The detailed match reactions in the movie were appreciated by fans of different ages.

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4. The Test: A New Era for Australia's Team (2022-, English)

This documented series by Amazon Prime, in association with the Australian Cricket Board, presented the fans with an inside view of the Australian men’s cricket team after their 2018 Sandpaper scandal.

Season one of the series was first published in 2020, and since then, 15 episodes have been published in three seasons.

Fans can see the Australian Cricket team’s redemption journey, team dynamics, leadership changes, and high-pressure moments, giving them an insider's view of international cricket.

5. Iqbal (2005, Hindi)

This has to be one of the most inspiring and underrated cricket movies made in Bollywood.

Shreyas Talpade and Naseeruddin Shah starred ‘Iqbal’ showcased a deaf-mute aspiring cricketer in an inspiring tale of overcoming adversity to fulfill his dreams of playing for the Indian cricket team.

Naseeruddin Shah played the role of a drunken former state-level player who turned himself into the coach of Iqbal to guide him as a fast bowler.

6. Sachin: A Billion Dreams (2017, Hindi)

This is a tribute to the "God of Cricket." This documentary combines real footage, interviews, and narration by Sachin Tendulkar himself.

It takes viewers through his childhood, iconic moments, and personal life, making it an emotional ride for cricket lovers.

The movie offers a flashback of all the good and tough moments from Sachin’s iconic career.

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7. Bodyline (1984, English)

A mini-series is a must-watch if you are a fan of old cricket history. The series unfolds, dramatizing the controversial 1932-33 Ashes series between England and Australia.

The “Bodyline” bowling tactics used to neutralize Don Bradman changed the game forever. This series will give you facts, stories, and history of the famous or even you can mention it as infamous Ashes Series of 1932-33.

8. Beyond All Boundaries (2013, Hindi)

Narated by Hollywood star Kuna Nayyar, starring Prithvi Shaw, the Indian cricketer, and directed by Sushrut Jain, this Indian documentary showcased how the ICC World Cup 2011 changed the lives of three Indian cricket team fans.

The story shows the stories of Sudhir, a penniless superfan who cycles across India to cheer the team; Prithvi, a 12-year-old boy wonder who is a cricket prodigy; and Akshaya, a girl cricketer from Mumbai's slums.

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9. Fire in Babylon (2010, English)

This English cricket documentary showcases West Indies cricket team's rise to being the best in the world during the 1970s.

The show also presents how they maintained their success during the 1980s and became one of the most dangerous cricket teams in cricket history.

The documentary features former West Indies greats like Sir Clive Llyod, Sir Vivian Richards, Michael Holding, along with former Indian captain Bishan Singh Bedi, former England captain Sir Ian Botham, and many other cricket personalities.

10. Jersey (2019 – Telugu / 2022 – Hindi)

The Jersey is a fictional tale of a former cricketer making a comeback in his 30s for the sake of his son.

This movie, which was first released in Telugu in 2019, starring Nani, and remade in Hindi in 2022, starring Shahid Kapoor, beautifully captures the emotional struggles behind cricket careers.

The cricketing scenes, and father son love can make any fans go emotional during the movie.