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The Challenger
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The Challenger

2015-03-28 · 95 min · ★ 5.9

Action · Drama

A legendary trainer comes out of retirement to help an underdog boxer fight his way to a better life.

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Directors
Kent Moran
Production companies
Wishing Well Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Kent MoranJaden
Michael Clarke DuncanMichael Clarke DuncanDune
S. Epatha MerkersonS. Epatha MerkersonJada
Justin HartleyJustin HartleyJames
Rob MorganRob MorganFrederick
Michael RiveraSanchez
Wayne W. JohnsonBoxing Fan (uncredited)

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