The best football movies for the Super Bowl
It’s Super Bowl season, which means even people who “don’t really watch football” suddenly have very strong opinions about quarterbacks, commercials, and halftime shows.
Whether you’re here for the game, the drama, or just something to watch while waiting for kickoff, football season has a way of pulling everyone in. And if you want all the grit, heart, and chaos of football without the content penalties, that’s where VidAngel comes in.
Here’s your Super Bowl–ready football watch list—equal parts inspiring, emotional, and very football.
Because the pressure is real—and so are the personalities
Quarterback takes you inside the huddle and into real life with Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins, and Marcus Mariota during the 2022–23 NFL season. This docuseries proves that being a franchise quarterback is basically a full-time job plus overtime plus everyone yelling at you on the internet.
Why it belongs on your Super Bowl watch list:
- A behind-the-scenes look at leadership under pressure
- Shows what game-day glory actually costs
- Makes you appreciate quarterbacks a lot more (even the ones you love to hate)
Watch with VidAngel to filter language and keep the focus on the game—not the locker room commentary.
Speed, swagger, and very intense celebrations
Receiver follows the 2023 season of NFL stars Davante Adams, Justin Jefferson, George Kittle, Deebo Samuel, and Amon-Ra St. Brown. It’s fast, emotional, and a reminder that catching a football at full speed while being tackled is… not normal.
Why it fits Super Bowl season:
- Highlights the flashiest (and most dramatic) position on the field
- Shows the mental and physical grind of an NFL season
- Explains why wide receivers have main-character energy
VidAngel lets you tone down the language while keeping the adrenaline intact.
When football becomes a family decision
This intimate documentary follows Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce during the 2022 season as he wrestles with a question every athlete eventually faces: Do I still have it—or is it time to walk away?
Why it hits during Super Bowl season:
- Explores leadership beyond the highlight reel
- Shows the emotional toll of a long NFL career
- Reminds us football is more than just wins and losses
It’s heartfelt, raw, and best watched with VidAngel so you can focus on the story—not the extra stuff.
Clear eyes, full hearts, still undefeated
Before the Super Bowl spotlight, there was Friday Night Lights. This series follows the Dillon Panthers, a powerhouse Texas high school football team, where football is basically a community-wide lifestyle.
Why it belongs in every football conversation:
- Captures the pressure of playing for more than yourself
- Highlights mentorship, discipline, and resilience
- Proves football feelings start way before the NFL
With VidAngel, you can customize the experience and make this a solid family watch—Texas accents included.
The original underdog story (yes, we’re crying again)
Rudy is the football movie that refuses to age. Rudy Ruettiger isn’t big, fast, or particularly athletic—but he has heart, determination, and an unhealthy level of commitment to Notre Dame football.
Why it’s a Super Bowl classic:
- The ultimate perseverance story
- A reminder that effort still matters
- Guaranteed emotional damage (the good kind)
VidAngel helps keep the focus on inspiration, not distractions.
Why Football Season Is Better with VidAngel
Football is intense. Emotional. Occasionally loud. And sometimes… not exactly family-night friendly.
VidAngel lets you:
- Filter language and mature content
- Customize your comfort level
- Enjoy football stories without awkward timeouts
So whether you’re gearing up for the Super Bowl or just riding the football-season high a little longer, these picks deliver all the heart, hustle, and drama—filtered your way.
Watch football your way with VidAngel.
