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Uppercut
“Two worlds collide. Two fighters unite.”
4.8 / 10• 2025• 1h 44m•R• English
DramaThriller
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Ving Rhames
Elliott Duffond
Lead
Luise Grossmann
Toni Williams
JE
Jordan E. Cooper
Payne Harris
Joanna Cassidy
Rita Stooth
Scott Monahan
Referee
AI
Andrew Ibach
Philipp
Lynn Favin
The Cellist
JW
Jaime Wallace
Blondie
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Torsten Rüther's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Uppercut is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
