NBC’s Stumble is bringing cheerleading back to your screens. Cheer’s Monica Aldama signed on as an Executive Producer, with real athletes in key roles, relatable behind the scenes chaos, and a classic mockumentary, single camera format guaranteed to bring laugh-out-loud moments each week. While waiting for the premiere to hit Nov. 7, here are the best cheer films and series to stream and get in the spirit.

The 10 Best Cheer Films and Series to Stream Now

1. Cheer (Netflix, 2020–2022)

The docuseries that changed everything. Navarro College, Aldama, and a roster of athletes grinding for perfection pulled back the curtain on what competitive cheer really demands. Raw, emotional, and unforgettable.

2. Bring It On (2000)

The original game-changer. Bring It On turned cheerleading into a cinematic sport, with real choreography, real rivalries, and the energy that defined a generation. Kirsten Dunst and Gabrielle Union made cheer a cultural talking point — and twenty-five years later, it still hits.
Watch on Amazon Prime Video

3. Fired Up! (2009)

Two football players crash cheer camp and get schooled on what athleticism looks like. A sharp comedy that doubles as a quiet love letter to the sport.
Stream on Amazon Prime Video

4. Backspot (2024)

Starring Devery Jacobs and produced by Elliot Page, Backspot dives into the high-pressure world of all-star cheer with intensity that feels straight from practice. The routines, coaching style, and mental load are spot-on.
Watch on Amazon Prime Video

5. Sugar & Spice (2001)

A squad-turned-crime-ring comedy that’s more spirit stick than stick-up. Quirky, fearless, and packed with early-2000s attitude.
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6. Bottoms (2023)

Not a cheer movie by definition — but when two teens start a fight club to impress cheerleaders, it earns a spot. Smart, unfiltered, and perfect for fans of Stumble’s offbeat humor.
Watch on Amazon Prime Video

7. Jennifer’s Body (2009)

Megan Fox flips the cheerleader stereotype on its head. Darkly funny and surprisingly sharp, this one’s for viewers who like their cheer with bite.
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8. Zombies (2018)

A Disney Channel musical that’s equal parts pep rally and pop concert. Bright, catchy, and family-friendly — ideal for younger fans gearing up for Stumble.
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9. Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1992)

Before the hit series came this cult classic: a high-school cheerleader turned vampire hunter. Campy, clever, and foundational pop-culture energy.
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10. All Cheerleaders Die (2014)

Equal parts horror, satire, and supernatural revenge — the perfect late-night pick for fans who love their cheer dark and twisted.
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Bonus Watchlist

• Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team — Reality TV’s most enduring look at professional-level discipline.
  
• Battle Camp (2025) — Netflix’s upcoming cheer drama featuring Cheer stars Gabi Butler and Morgan Simianer.

The Road to Stumble

With Aldama in the producer’s chair and Kristin Chenoweth leading the cast, Stumble isn’t another outsider take on the sport. It’s built from the inside out — blending sharp writing, authentic choreography, and real-world insight from athletes who’ve lived it.

Read more on Cheer Daily:

• Everything We Know About NBC’s New Cheer Comedy Stumble
  
• Kristin Chenoweth Joins NBC Cheer Pilot Stumble
  
• NBC Drops Official Trailer for Stumble, Premiering Nov. 7
  

Cheerleading’s return to mainstream TV is more than nostalgia — it’s recognition. Whether you’re on the mat, in the stands, or on the couch waiting for Stumble, this watchlist brings every side of the sport to life.Stay updated at cheerdaily.net
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