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The Fighter

2010·Movie
1h 56min·R
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.8Metacritic798.0Rotten Tomatoes91%89%
IMDb7.8Metacritic798.0Rotten Tomatoes91%89%

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The Fighter fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Hopefulness8
  • Catharsis8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy3
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Sports, a real life story, and family

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

Every dream deserves a fighting chance.

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.
Biographical Sports DramaRedemption StoryWorking-Class HeroFamily BondsBoxingAddiction & RecoveryUnderdog StoryBased on True Events

Crew

Directed by:
David O. Russell, Karen Golden, Cara Giallanza
Written by:
Eric Johnson, Eric Johnson, Scott Silver
Produced by:
Mark Wahlberg, Harvey Weinstein, Darren Aronofsky
Composed by:
Odin Benitez, Michael Brook, Anton Gold

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Fighter

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Fighter legally?

Paramount+KanopyHooplaPluto TVArtiflix

The Fighter is included with a subscription to Paramount+ and Artiflix in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Fighter worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.8, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 79). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Fighter rated?

RStrong languageDrug useViolence

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language, drug use, and violence.

How long is The Fighter?

1 h 56 min

The Fighter runs 1 h 56 min.

Is The Fighter based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Fighter?

Critics85
Audiences82

Yes. Critics average 85 and audiences 82 out of 100, so both groups see The Fighter much the same way.

Was The Fighter a box office hit?

Budget$25 million
Box office$129 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $129 million worldwide, 5.2 times its budget.

What language is The Fighter in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Fighter?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Fighter in 127 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Fighter use?

It's All About MeBig, Screwed-Up FamilyThe CameoMy Eyes Are Up HereLeaning on the Fourth WallRedemption QuestJerkass RealizationMoment KillerTrash Landing'80s HairBreak the HaughtyBroken Pedestaland 44 more

TV Tropes lists 56 storytelling tropes for The Fighter, including It's All About Me, Big, Screwed-Up Family, The Cameo.