Darts has grown in popularity in recent years. What was once considered just an entertaining pub game has evolved into a full-fledged sport with international tournaments, big prize pools, and millions of followers worldwide. That said, darts has also found its way into cinema, making regular appearances on the big screen. But even though there are lots of movies featuring the game, only a few actually revolve around it. So, we’ve put together the most exciting darts-themed movies that really hit the bullseye.

House of Flying Arrows (2016)

• IMDb: 5.9/10
• Directors: Daniel Mendelle, Daniel Harris
• Runtime: 1h 36m

House of Flying Arrows is a fascinating documentary that brings us into the world of professional darts with its biggest tournaments and renowned stars (mainly Gary Anderson and Eric Bristow). The movie tells us the story of the game, from its humble origins and heyday to modern realities. However, it’s not just about the interviews, behind-the-scenes moments, and other stuff you may expect to see in a sports documentary. The House of Flying Arrows gives a deeper look into the game, dealing with neurology, psychology, and mathematics in a variety of ways. It also reveals what helps players outperform their rivals and what techniques they use when throwing a dart. So, it’s a must-see movie not only for game fans but also for those willing to get a deeper understanding of the sport for smarter darts betting.

Dartsville (2007)

• IMDb: 8.3/10
• Director: Tony West
• Runtime: 23m

Dartsville is a short comedy movie that has already won 5 awards. The story is set in the fictional town, where the annual Dartsville County Darts Championship is treated as the ultimate sacred event, and the best players – as kings. The plot follows a father-and-son rivalry, when a young dart prodigy named Randy Newbower outperforms his dad (Frank Newbower) a few days before the big tournament. This sparks a dramatic family conflict that the town has never seen.

If you like hilarious and quirky movies with a touch of dark humor, Dartsville is worth watching. The more so that it lasts only 23 minutes and boasts a high IMDb rating.

Win Each Way (2003)

• IMDb: 7.2/10
• Director: Jeffrey French
• Runtime: 27m

Win Each Way is another short, award-winning movie where darts plays a significant role in the story. Unlike Dartsville, it’s a drama that blends the elements of competitive sports and gambling. The movie focuses on Richard Owens, a skilled darts player who has got the title of the Merseyside County darts champion after his main rival and best friend, Miles Fuller, moved away to become a professional jockey. Fourteen years later, Richard sees Miles in a dream, and the friend gives him a tip on horse racing betting that ultimately leads Owens to lose his life savings. As Richard finds himself broke and desperate, fate brings him face-to-face with Fuller again, and now, he has a chance to win his money back with a game of darts. It all comes down to the final throw in a smoky pub where the only thing louder than the crowd is the silence before the dart leaves his hand.

Poison Arrows (2022)

• IMDb: 8.2/10
• Director: Simon Sprackling
• Runtime: 1h 44m

Poison Arrows is a British mockumentary dark comedy that immerses us into the world of professional darts, crime drama, and sharp satire. The story revolves around Rocky Goldfingers, a former darts champion who has completed a 15-year sentence for the murder of his teammate and protégé Perry “The Poison Arrow” Peters. Still, Rocky insists he is innocent and determined to prove this. Meanwhile, a documentary filmmaker, Lewis J. Maitland, follows him as he looks for the real killer and tries to return to the sport. Some real darts legends also appear in the movie, including Martin Adams, Trina Gulliver, Tony O’Shea, and Dennis Harbour.

Bulls (2026)

• IMDb: 3.5/10
• Director: Daniel Meyer
• Runtime: 1h 29m

Whenever you are looking for a feel-good comedy movie for a relaxed evening, Bulls is the way to go. It tells a story about two half-brothers (Hank and Austin) from Michigan City who own a bar and play darts at the amateur level in a local pub team. While things aren’t going well with their family business, the brothers get an unexpected chance to compete in the World Darts Championship to save their bar. Since they are going to play against the most skillful opponents, a lot of work needs to be done to succeed, so an eccentric local barfly offers his help.

It’s a classic underdog story about friendship, support, and hard work, with a vibe that “the world is what we make it”. If you are a fan of happy endings and laughing out loud, you may love the Bulls too.