When Elliott, a tough ex-boxing champion, accepts the challenge to train Toni, the two mismatched characters form an unlikely alliance. Their sparring and Elliott's keen insights show the resilient young fighter that real strength comes from the challenges you overcome when life throws its biggest punches your way.
In the United States, Uppercut streams on MovieSphere+, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. It also streams in 17 other countries.
Is Uppercut worth watching?
19
TerribleGoodWatch score
Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 19 (IMDb 5 and Rotten Tomatoes 5%). Audiences rate it higher (50 out of 100) than critics (5).
Is Uppercut okay for kids?
RViolence
Yes: it's rated R in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.
Will I feel good after watching Uppercut?
BleakHopeful
Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for hopefulness and 7 for wholesome.
Is Uppercut plot-driven or character-driven?
CharactersPlot
Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.