The sports comedy world deserves its own set of trophies for the gifts its bestowed upon us. From the costumes in Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, to Ricky Bobby's one-liners, to the lovable dysfunction in A League of Their Own [1], there is no shortage of entertainment and hilarity in these crowd-pleasers. When we are in desperate need of a pick-me-up, it's these films that remind us of the triumph of the human spirit (and Will Ferrell's limitless talent [2]).
When we need a break from the drama of Succession [3] or the violence of Game of Thrones, we're thankful to know that Netflix has a wide assortment of these comedic options. From Spanish films to '90s classics, these 18 streamable sports comedies always come through.
Goon
Hockey doesn't get nearly enough attention from the sports comedy world, but thankfully Goon fills this void beautifully. The film stars Seann Michael Scott as the town reject looking to make a name for himself on a minor league hockey team. In case that's not enough to garner your attention, it also stars Liev Schreiber [4], Jay Baruchel, Alison Pill, Kim Coates, and Eugene Levy (Schitt's Creek [5]).
Watch Goon on Netflix [6].
Goon: Last of the Enforcers
Chances are if you've seen the first Goon film, you understand that there can never be enough. Thankfully, the all-star cast is back with this hilarious second installment.
Watch Goon: Last of the Enforcers on Netflix [7].
The Waterboy
We don't have to tell you that The Waterboy is a pivotal film in the sports comedy world, so you know there's no reason not to give it a rewatch this weekend. In Bobby Boucher, we stan.
Watch The Waterboy on Netflix [8].
Baseketball
We're sad it took us until now to stumble across this 1998 American sports comedy. It stars South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, so there's no doubt that it's a nonstop laugh-a-thon.
Watch Baseketball on Netflix [9].
The Benchwarmers
In 2006, we were gifted us the hilarity that is The Benchwarmers, and Netflix gifted us the ability to watch it over and over again. It stars Rob Schneider, David Spade, and Jon Heder as three social outcasts who didn't exactly possess natural athletic abilities. But, the three are given a chance to redeem themselves when some bullies threaten to dominate the baseball field.
Watch The Benchwarmers on Netflix [10].
The Longshots
There's so much to love about this movie. For starters, it's directed by Fred Durst, and it stars Ice Cube and Keke Palmer. But, it's also an entertaining comedy-drama based on Jasmine Plummer, the first female to play in a Pop Warner football tournament.
Watch The Longshots on Netflix [11].
Nacho Libre
"Chanco, when you are a man, sometimes you wear stretchy pants in your room just for fun." This quote and more are just some of the gifts Jack Black [12]'s character bestows upon us in this wrestling sports comedy.
Watch Nacho Libre on Netflix [13].
Russell Madness
Not since Air Bud have we been so amazed by an athletic dog, but Russell is one talented pup. The film stars Mason Cotton, McKenna Grace, Sean Giambrone, Kate Reinders, and Fred Willard.
Watch Russell Madness on Netflix [14].
Ferrari Ki Sawaari
All it takes to incentivize someone to train hard at a sport is a Ferrari. At least that's the takeaway in this 2012 Hindi sports film.
Watch Ferrari Ki Sawaari on Netflix [15].
The Lonely Island Presents: The Unauthorized Bash Brothers Experience
We shouldn't have to convince you to watch anything created by The Lonely Island, but we'll make the case for this nonetheless. It's a musical comedy about the infamous Oakland A's Bash Brothers, and there's no reason you shouldn't turn it on ASAP.
Watch The Lonely Island Presents: The Unauthorized Bash Brothers Experience on Netflix [16].
Sudani From Nigeria
We've got a 2018 Indian sports comedy worthy of your Netflix queues. When the star athlete of the local soccer team gets injured, the team manager brings him home to recuperate at his family's home. It is both heartwarming and hilarious.
Watch Sudani from Nigeria on Netflix [17].
Girls With Balls
Finally! A volleyball sports comedy. After a female volleyball team's bus breaks down in the middle of nowhere, survival becomes the name of the game in this hilarious comedy.
Watch Girls With Balls on Netflix [18].
Pegasus
In this Chinese sports comedy, a talented race car driver must overcome the challenges that arise with staking a comeback. It stars Shen Teng, Yin Zheng, and Johnny Huang.
Watch Pegasus on Netflix [19].
Holy Goalie
In all honesty, we wouldn't bet on a team of monks to bend it like Beckham, but the squad in this Spanish film might just prove us wrong.
Watch Holy Goalie on Netflix [20].
Hattrick
This 2007 Indian Hindi sports film is more drama than comedy, but it still brings the laughs thanks to its entertaining cast. It stars Nana Patekar, Paresh Rawal, and Kunal Kapoor.
Watch Hattrick on Netflix [21].
A Mighty Team
We've got a French sports comedy for your Netflix queues, thanks to this film starring Gerard Depardieu, Chantal Lauby, and Medi Sadoun. It tells the story of a washed up soccer star who heads home to help the local youth team.
Watch A Mighty Team on Netflix [22].
Rembat
When two gamblers find their backs are to a wall, they decide to fix a match between Malaysia and Thailand. Spoiler alert: it doesn't go as planned.
Watch Rembat on Netflix [23].
Lusers
Soccer fans have gone to great lengths to see the FIFA World Cup, but none have gone so far as to trek through the jungle. But that's exactly what happens in this hilarious film that follows a Chilean, a Peruvian, and an Argentine as they form an unlikely bond on their mission to the tournament.
Watch Lusers on Netflix [24].