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Dec 17, 2010 · The Fighter: Directed by David O. Russell. With Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Melissa Leo. Based on the story of Micky Ward, a fledgling boxer who tries to escape the shadow of his more famous but troubled older boxing brother and get his own shot at greatness.
- (390K)
- Action, Biography, Drama
- David O. Russell
- 2010-12-17
The Fighter is a 2010 American biographical sports drama film directed by David O. Russell, and stars Mark Wahlberg (who also produced), Christian Bale, Amy Adams, and Melissa Leo. The film centers on the lives of professional boxer Micky Ward (Wahlberg) and his older half-brother and former boxer Dicky Eklund (Bale).
Based on the story of Micky Ward, a fledgling boxer who tries to escape the shadow of his more famous but troubled older boxing brother and get his own shot at greatness. The Fighter is a drama about boxer "Irish" Micky Ward's unlikely road to the world light welterweight title.
Led by a trio of captivating performances from Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, and Amy Adams, The Fighter is a solidly entertaining, albeit predictable, entry in the boxing drama genre.
- (255)
- David O. Russell
- R
- Mark Wahlberg
Two brothers come together to train for a historic boxing title bout. Despite their explosive relationship, their bond hopes to reunite their fractured family and bring pride to their hard-luck town. Rentals include 30 days to start watching this video and 48 hours to finish once started.
- 115 min
Sep 15, 2022 · Mark Wahlberg was instrumental in the success of "The Fighter." Explore how and other untold truths about this drama-packed boxing film based on a true story.
Boxer "Irish" Micky Ward's unlikely road to the world light welterweight title. His Rocky-like rise was shepherded by half-brother Dicky, a boxer-turned-trainer who rebounded in life after nearly being KO'd by drugs and crime.
