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Movies and Documentaries About the Olympics

18 Movies and Documentaries About the Olympics That'll Get You Excited For Tokyo 2020

Movies and Documentaries About the Olympics
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The start of the 2020 Summer Olympics may still be months away, but, if you ask us devoted Olympics watchers, it's never too early to start getting psyched for all the athletic feats you're sure to witness. Unlike Olympic athletes, who spend their entire lives training and preparing for this moment, we have a slightly different way of gearing up for the Games: lounging on the couch, watching as many Olympic films as we can. The best ones are inspired by real-life people and events, and luckily, there are plenty of movies and documentaries available to stream right now that fit the bill. Here are just some of the best, because nothing beats an inspiring sports movie.

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