7. Survive and Advance
Site rank 5, IMDb rank 6, Overall rank = 11
Directed by Jonathan Hock
The story of North Carolina State University is perhaps the best underdog tale ever seen in the NCAA. Expertly directed by Jonathan Hock, the film follows the team as they manage to defeat every opponent on their way to the 1983 NCAA title. Pitted against them were future NBA greats Sam Perkins, Akeem Olajuwon, and Clyde Drexler, and even the other North Carolina team led by Michael Jordan. Instrumental to this win was Joe Valvano, a legendary college coach. The way he managed his Cinderella team as they march to the throne is one of the most inspirational sports stories ever told.
