Greatest Underdog Movies of All Time - Rocky or Shawshank Redemption
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Why This Battle Matters
Who could have predicted that the stories of a unjustly imprisoned man and a down-and-out boxer would one day vie for the title of the ultimate underdog narrative? In this corner, 'The Shawshank Redemption': a tale of resilience and hope behind bars. And in the other, 'Rocky': an embodiment of raw, athletic ambition and personal triumph. This isn't just about which story makes us cheer louder; it's a battle over which values resonate deeper with us. Do we lean towards the spiritual liberation of Andy Dufresne or the physical ascendance of Rocky Balboa? Your favorite isn't just a preference; it's a statement of what underdog story punches hardest in the chambers of your heart.
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Rocky over Shawshank Redemption when it comes to the greatest Underdog Movies of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Rocky 71.4% of the time over Shawshank Redemption.
Across all battles:
Rocky win rate: 72.0%
Shawshank Redemption win rate: 67.1%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Underdog Movies of All Time league?
Rocky tops the list as the #1 contender in the league. Check out how it stacks up against the rest on the GOAT List.
What's with the huge debate between Shawshank Redemption and Rocky fans?
Shawshank Redemption and Rocky are both about overcoming odds, but in really different ways. Rocky's all about physical triumph, while Shawshank focuses on spiritual resilience and hope. Fans are torn because each movie touches a different part of the heart!
Why is Rocky winning by so much against Shawshank Redemption?
Rocky's underdog story really resonates with fans! The iconic training scenes and that triumphant run up the Philly steps pack a lot of emotional punch. People love rooting for Rocky Balboa, the ultimate underdog, which probably explains the big lead.