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The Comebacks
Why this pick
Its heightened sports clichés, ragtag team energy, and relentless silliness fit Uncle Drew’s preference for playful, low-stakes athletic comedy over realism.
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MOVIE2018 1h 43m USA
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Champions
Why this pick
A warmer basketball-team comedy with mismatched players finding a rhythm together; it shares Uncle Drew’s easygoing humor and affection for the game.
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Like Mike
Why this pick
This has the same breezy basketball-fantasy appeal: court action, wish-fulfillment, and a cheerful comic tone that keeps the sport accessible and light.
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The Mighty Macs
Why this pick
For another feel-good basketball underdog story, this emphasizes team chemistry and perseverance, with a wholesome, crowd-pleasing sports-film cadence.
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White Men Can't Jump
Why this pick
Its streetball setting, charismatic competitive banter, and love of basketball culture make it a sharper, more character-driven companion to Uncle Drew.
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01 / THE STORY
A little about the film.
Uncle Drew, a well-remembered basketball legend who was supposed to play in the Entertainer's Basketball Classic. However, due to an unknown conflict, he and his team disappeared.
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02 / FACES IN THE FRAME
The people who bring it to life.
Kyrie Irving
Uncle Drew
Chris Webber
Preacher
Reggie Miller
Lights
Lisa Leslie
Betty Lou
Mike Epps
Louis
Tiffany Haddish
Jess
Nick Kroll
Mookie
William Walker
Golfer