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10 Best Movies Like Generation Iron

If you loved Generation Iron, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
Pumping Iron

Pumping Iron

1977★ 7.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Generation Iron for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

Amateur and professional bodybuilders prepare for the 1975 Mr. Olympia and Mr. Universe contests as five-time champion Arnold Schwarzenegger defends his Mr. Olympia title against S...

#2
Beyond the Mat

Beyond the Mat

1999★ 7.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Generation Iron for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

A heartfelt documentary focusing on the day-to-day lives of professional wrestlers, some on the rise, some on the wane, and others fighting for their lives....

#3
Bigger Stronger Faster*

Bigger Stronger Faster*

2008★ 6.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Generation Iron for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

In America, we define ourselves in the superlative: we are the biggest, strongest, fastest country in the world. Is it any wonder that so many of our heroes are on performance enha...

#4
Once Upon a Time, There Lived a Dog

Once Upon a Time, There Lived a Dog

1982★ 7.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Generation Iron for fans of Comedy. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Based on the Ukrainian folktale, the old dog of a village family is not as keen as he once was, and is sent away after he fails to guard their house during a robbery. In the woods,...

#5
Generation Iron 2

Generation Iron 2

2017★ 6.8

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Generation Iron for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

From the director of Generation Iron, comes the anticipated sequel that will depict 5 of the top bodybuilding and fitness mega-stars on a quest of achieving the ultimate physique a...

#6
Dawg Fight

Dawg Fight

2015★ 6.4

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Generation Iron for fans of Documentary. It captures a similar compelling atmosphere.

In a crime-plagued neighborhood near Miami, brutal, bare-knuckled backyard fights give young men a chance to earn money -- and self-respect....