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Christy

2025

135 minutes

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Overview

The true story of formidable Christy Martin, who rose to fame as America’s most successful female boxer in the 1990s. A naturally gifted fighter, Christy’s life transformed in 1989 when she met her manager and later husband, Jim Martin. Breaking boundaries, she became the first woman to sign with iconic promoter Don King and the only female boxer to appear on the cover of Sports Illustrated. Christy’s charisma, good looks, and unwavering resilience in the ring won her a wide fan base and propelled her to become welterweight champion. Behind this well-honed public persona, Christy tackled personal demons, toxic relationships, and an attempt on her life, proving that a fighter’s hardest-won victories aren’t always in the ring.

Top Cast

Sydney Sweeney headshot

Sydney Sweeney

Christy Martin

Ben Foster headshot

Ben Foster

James V. Martin

Merritt Wever headshot

Merritt Wever

Joyce Salters

Katy O'Brian headshot

Katy O'Brian

Lisa Holewyne

Ethan Embry headshot

Ethan Embry

John Salters

Jess Gabor headshot

Jess Gabor

Sherry Lusk

Chad L. Coleman headshot

Chad L. Coleman

Don King

Tony Cavalero headshot

Tony Cavalero

James “Shortdog” Maloney