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Christy

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2025 | 134 min | History, Drama

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Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

People are still talking about it, though it had a box office loss. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for history buffs. If you loved Raging Bull or Million Dollar Baby, start here.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 14 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: expect violence.

Christy Martin never imagined life beyond her small-town roots in West Virginia—until she discovered a knack for punching people. Fueled by grit, raw determination, and an unshakable desire to win, she charges into the world of boxing under the guidance of her trainer and manager-turned-husband, Jim. But while Christy flaunts a fiery persona in the ring, her toughest battles unfold outside it—confronting family, identity, and a relationship that just might become life-or-death.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    67% on Rotten Tomatoes, 58 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.1 out of 10

  • AwardsBelow par

    0 wins and 5 nominations from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $2 million worldwide on a $15 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactVery strong

    About 1.3 million people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by David Michôd

  • Sydney SweeneyChristy Martin
  • Ben FosterJim V. Martin
  • Merritt WeverJoyce Salters
  • Katy O'BrianLisa Holewyne
  • Ethan EmbryJohn Salters
  • Jess GaborRosie
  • Chad L. ColemanDon King
  • Tony CavaleroJames “Shortdog” Maloney
  • Miles MussendenRichard Christmas
  • Gilbert CruzMiguel Diaz