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Fighting (2009)

โ€œSome dreams are worth the fight.โ€

6.0/10 ยท 782 votes 1h 45m pg-13 ActionRomanceDramaCrime

#186 of 242 films from 2009 #1742 of 2168 in action

Directed by Dito Montiel ยท Written by Dito Montiel, Robert Munic

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Overview

Small-town boy Shawn MacArthur has come to New York City with nothing. Barely earning a living selling counterfeit goods on the streets, his luck changes when scam artist Harvey Boarden sees that he has a natural talent for streetfighting. When Harvey offers Shawn help at making the real cash, the two form an uneasy partnership.

Cast

Channing Tatumas Shawn MacArthur
Terrence Howardas Harvey Boarden
Zulay Henaoas Zulay Valez
Roger Guenveur Smithas Jack Dancing
Brian J. Whiteas Evan Hailey
Angelic Zambranaas Kimo's Girl
Michael Riveraas Ajax
Flaco Navajaas Ray Ray
Peter Anthony Tambakisas Z
Luis Guzmรกnas Martinez
Anthony DeSandoas Christopher Anthony
Laila Liliana Garroas Fine Russian Girl #1
Ksyn Casonas Fine Woman Shevonne
Cung Leas Dragon Le

Facts

Release dateApril 24, 2009
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) โ€” about the same as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Romance, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Box office$32,474,120
IMDbtt1082601

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Questions

How long is Fighting?
Fighting runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is Fighting worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6/10 across 782 votes, which places it #186 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 24%) and #1742 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Fighting?
Fighting was directed by Dito Montiel. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Empire State (2013).
Who stars in Fighting?
Channing Tatum as Shawn MacArthur; Terrence Howard as Harvey Boarden; Zulay Henao as Zulay Valez; Roger Guenveur Smith as Jack Dancing; Brian J. White as Evan Hailey; Angelic Zambrana as Kimo's Girl.
What is Fighting rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Fighting?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/44100.

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