The Fighter

Every dream deserves a fighting chance.

20101h 56m7.4(4,853 votes)

Drama

Synopsis

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.

The Fighter (2010) is a drama film directed by David O. Russell. It stars Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, and Amy Adams. The film runs for 1 hour 56 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.4 out of 10 from 4,853 votes.

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Director

David O. Russell

Cast

Mark Wahlberg

Micky Ward

Christian Bale

Dicky Eklund

Amy Adams

Charlene Fleming

Melissa Leo

Alice Ward

Mickey O'Keefe

Jack McGee

George Ward

Melissa McMeekin

"Little Alice" Eklund

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fighter

Where can I watch The Fighter?

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Who stars in The Fighter?

The Fighter stars Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Amy Adams, and Melissa Leo, and was directed by David O. Russell.

How long is The Fighter?

The Fighter has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes.

When did The Fighter come out?

The Fighter was released in 2010.

What genre is The Fighter?

The Fighter is a drama film.

Is The Fighter worth watching?

The Fighter holds an average audience score of 7.4 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.