Grudge Match
A pair of aging boxing rivals are coaxed out of retirement to fight one final bout -- 30 years after their last match.
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Kid learns of Razor's blindness and helps him to his feet
Henry Razor Sharp and Billy Kid McDonnen's 1980s boxing rivalry
The film jumps from a slow, predictable opening to genuine entertainment when the viral studio fight occurs, gaining significant momentum.
Grudge Match starts slowly with formulaic setup but builds genuine entertainment value as it progresses, particularly once the training sequences begin featuring standout performances from Alan Arkin. The film peaks during the actual fight when both characters show unexpected sportsmanship and mutual respect, creating surprisingly emotional moments that elevate it above typical sports comedy fare.
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Robert De Niro
Billy 'The Kid' McDonnen
Sylvester Stallone
Henry 'Razor' Sharp
Alan Arkin
Louis 'Lightning' Conlon
Jon Bernthal
B.J. Rose
Kevin Hart
Dante Slate, Jr.
Ireland Baldwin
Young Sally
Kim Basinger
Sally Rose
LL Cool J
Frankie Brite
Judd Lormand
McDonnen Car Salesman
Nicole Andrews
Carla
Han Soto
Kenji
Griff Furst
ER Doctor
Don Lake
Video Game Producer
Camden Gray
Trey
Carrie Lazar
Nora
John L. Armijo
Bar Thug
Todd Truley
Dr. Camare
Rowan Joseph
Waiter with Telephone
Michael Buffer
Michael Buffer
Macsen Lintz
Little Boy at Pool
Crew
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