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Paramount Plus just added this iconic Christian Bale movie ahead of its 15th anniversary
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. "The Fighter" just hit Paramount Plus this month ahead of its 15th anniversary, and it's definitely one of the movies from the new shows and movies on Paramount Plus this month that you have to watch. If you've never seen this movie before, that's understandable. It was nominated several times at the 83rd Academy Awards, but since then, it's not one of those movies you constantly find on TV or hear cinephiles bringing up time and time again. Plus, like many awards-bait movies, it didn't bring in a ton of money at the box office, falling just shy of $130 million. But I got a chance to watch it earlier this year at the Atlanta Film Festival and I can safely say it's a movie everyone should watch at least once. There are two reasons for this. First, the final boxing match is incredible, and maybe the best boxing match I've ever seen in a movie. Second, Christian Bale's performance is simply incredible. He steals the movie from Mark Wahlberg, and it's no surprise this won him an Oscar. So if you've never seen this David O. Russell sports drama before, now's your chance. Here's why "The Fighter" is a must-watch now that it's available to stream on Paramount Plus. "The Fighter" stars Mark Wahlberg as Micky Ward, a boxer from Lowell, Massachusetts. Micky is what you'd call a "stepping stone" boxer. He's the guy you beat to take your career to the next level and get better fights. He's managed by his mother, Alice (Melissa Leo), and trained by his brother Dicky (Christian Bale), a former boxer who is still living off the fame of going a full 10 rounds with legendary boxer Sugar Ray Leonard. Their dynamic is toxic. Alice arranges bad fights for Micky and Dicky is a crack addict who can't be relied on. As Micky develops a new relationship with local bartender Charlene (Amy Adams), he realizes he needs to move his family out of his professional life if he wants a shot at being more than a stepping stone. "The Fighter" is incredibly well made, really good movie. And for the most part, it's just that — really good. But there are two places in which this movie achieves greatness, and chief among them is Bale's performance as Micky's drug addict half-brother. Many of the characters in this movie don't connect with you. You weirdly don't find yourself rooting for Wahlberg's Micky until the final boxing match, which, as I already mentioned, is a technical marvel and probably the best boxing match in any movie, ever. But Dicky's story is incredibly compelling, and Bale knocks it out of the park. He completely embodies the erratic, delusional washed-up boxer throughout the movie in a way that can only be described as transformative. Dicky too, goes on a transformation of his own, and watching Bale first transform himself into the initial iteration of Dicky that we meet at the start of the movie, and then continue to change his performance as the character develops, is simply a masterclass in acting. So while much of this movie is good, yet forgettable, Bale's performance and the final fight will stick with you long after you watch it. Don't believe me? Boot up Paramount Plus now and watch it for yourself. Then go watch "Training Day" on Paramount Plus once you're done, which also features an incredible, Oscar-winning performance. Stream "The Fighter" now on Paramount Plus I was worried about 'The Sandman' season 2 — but the first episode proved me wrong Brad Pitt's 'F1' is 'Top Gun: Maverick' with cars — I'm so glad I didn't wait for it to hit Apple TV Plus Ryan Gosling's new movie looks like 'Interstellar' meets 'The Martian' — and the first trailer looks awesome
Tom's Guide
05-07-2025
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Paramount Plus just added this iconic Christian Bale movie ahead of its 15th anniversary
"The Fighter" just hit Paramount Plus this month ahead of its 15th anniversary, and it's definitely one of the movies from the new shows and movies on Paramount Plus this month that you have to watch. If you've never seen this movie before, that's understandable. It was nominated several times at the 83rd Academy Awards, but since then, it's not one of those movies you constantly find on TV or hear cinephiles bringing up time and time again. Plus, like many awards-bait movies, it didn't bring in a ton of money at the box office, falling just shy of $130 million. But I got a chance to watch it earlier this year at the Atlanta Film Festival and I can safely say it's a movie everyone should watch at least once. There are two reasons for this. First, the final boxing match is incredible, and maybe the best boxing match I've ever seen in a movie. Second, Christian Bale's performance is simply incredible. He steals the movie from Mark Wahlberg, and it's no surprise this won him an Oscar. So if you've never seen this David O. Russell sports drama before, now's your chance. Here's why "The Fighter" is a must-watch now that it's available to stream on Paramount Plus. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. "The Fighter" stars Mark Wahlberg as Micky Ward, a boxer from Lowell, Massachusetts. Micky is what you'd call a "stepping stone" boxer. He's the guy you beat to take your career to the next level and get better fights. He's managed by his mother, Alice (Melissa Leo), and trained by his brother Dicky (Christian Bale), a former boxer who is still living off the fame of going a full 10 rounds with legendary boxer Sugar Ray Leonard. Their dynamic is toxic. Alice arranges bad fights for Micky and Dicky is a crack addict who can't be relied on. As Micky develops a new relationship with local bartender Charlene (Amy Adams), he realizes he needs to move his family out of his professional life if he wants a shot at being more than a stepping stone. "The Fighter" is incredibly well made, really good movie. And for the most part, it's just that — really good. But there are two places in which this movie achieves greatness, and chief among them is Bale's performance as Micky's drug addict half-brother. Many of the characters in this movie don't connect with you. You weirdly don't find yourself rooting for Wahlberg's Micky until the final boxing match, which, as I already mentioned, is a technical marvel and probably the best boxing match in any movie, ever. But Dicky's story is incredibly compelling, and Bale knocks it out of the park. He completely embodies the erratic, delusional washed-up boxer throughout the movie in a way that can only be described as transformative. Dicky too, goes on a transformation of his own, and watching Bale first transform himself into the initial iteration of Dicky that we meet at the start of the movie, and then continue to change his performance as the character develops, is simply a masterclass in acting. So while much of this movie is good, yet forgettable, Bale's performance and the final fight will stick with you long after you watch it. Don't believe me? Boot up Paramount Plus now and watch it for yourself. Then go watch "Training Day" on Paramount Plus once you're done, which also features an incredible, Oscar-winning performance. Stream "The Fighter" now on Paramount Plus Malcolm has been with Tom's Guide since 2022, and has been covering the latest in streaming shows and movies since 2023. He's not one to shy away from a hot take, including that "John Wick" is one of the four greatest films ever made. Here's what he's been watching lately:
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07-06-2025
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Christian Bale Transforms Into Unrecognizable Look to Play Al Davis in John Madden Biopic
Christian Bale looks totally unrecognizable on the set of upcoming John Madden biopic Bale plays the late Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis The biopic will chronicle the life and career of former Raiders head coach turned NFL commentator John Madden, who died in 2021 at 85Christian Bale looks unrecognizable on the Atlanta set of Madden. Bale, 51, was seen in a receding hairline wig with bleached eyebrows. He wore a white v-neck shirt paired with a leather jacket, black slacks, and dress shoes. The look was completed with a series of championship rings. The actor plays late Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis in the upcoming Madden biopic, which will chronicle the life of John Madden. Nicholas Cage stars as the legendary NFL coach, who won Super Bowl XI in 1977 for the Raiders and later became a broadcaster. Earlier this week, Cage was similarly seen in an unrecognizable ensemble, complete with a wavy blonde wig and aqua blue tracksuit. "The film follows Madden's remarkable journey—from his Super Bowl-winning partnership with Al Davis and the Raiders, to creating Madden NFL, and becoming one of the most iconic voices in football history," Amazon MGM Studios said of the film when it was announced on May 13. Also joining the cast are John Mulaney as Trip Hawkins, Kathryn Hahn as Virginia Madden, and Sienna Miller as Carol Davis. David O. Russell, who previously directed Bale in The Fighter and American Hustle, is directing the film. Madden served as head coach of the Raiders from 1969 to 1978. He was one of the youngest head coaches in history when the Raiders hired him at 32. His biggest victory came in January 1977, when he led the Raiders to a 32-14 win over the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. He went on to work as an expert commentator on NFL telecasts for CBS, Fox, ABC and NBC from 1979 to 2009, and won 16 Sports Emmy Awards. The long-running football video game franchise Madden carries his name. Madden was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006. Madden died in 2021 in his home in Pleasanton, Calif., at 85. Davis was the principal owner of the Raiders from 1972 until his death in 2011 at 82. His widow, Carol Davis, and their son Mark Davis now own the team. Amazon MGM Studios has not announced a release date for Madden yet. Read the original article on People
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06-06-2025
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Christian Bale Transforms Into Unrecognizable Look to Play Al Davis in John Madden Biopic
Christian Bale looks totally unrecognizable on the set of upcoming John Madden biopic Bale plays the late Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis The biopic will chronicle the life and career of former Raiders head coach turned NFL commentator John Madden, who died in 2021 at 85Christian Bale looks unrecognizable on the Atlanta set of Madden. Bale, 51, was seen in a receding hairline wig with bleached eyebrows. He wore a white v-neck shirt paired with a leather jacket, black slacks, and dress shoes. The look was completed with a series of championship rings. The actor plays late Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis in the upcoming Madden biopic, which will chronicle the life of John Madden. Nicholas Cage stars as the legendary NFL coach, who won Super Bowl XI in 1977 for the Raiders and later became a broadcaster. Earlier this week, Cage was similarly seen in an unrecognizable ensemble, complete with a wavy blonde wig and aqua blue tracksuit. "The film follows Madden's remarkable journey—from his Super Bowl-winning partnership with Al Davis and the Raiders, to creating Madden NFL, and becoming one of the most iconic voices in football history," Amazon MGM Studios said of the film when it was announced on May 13. Also joining the cast are John Mulaney as Trip Hawkins, Kathryn Hahn as Virginia Madden, and Sienna Miller as Carol Davis. David O. Russell, who previously directed Bale in The Fighter and American Hustle, is directing the film. Madden served as head coach of the Raiders from 1969 to 1978. He was one of the youngest head coaches in history when the Raiders hired him at 32. His biggest victory came in January 1977, when he led the Raiders to a 32-14 win over the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. He went on to work as an expert commentator on NFL telecasts for CBS, Fox, ABC and NBC from 1979 to 2009, and won 16 Sports Emmy Awards. The long-running football video game franchise Madden carries his name. Madden was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006. Madden died in 2021 in his home in Pleasanton, Calif., at 85. Davis was the principal owner of the Raiders from 1972 until his death in 2011 at 82. His widow, Carol Davis, and their son Mark Davis now own the team. Amazon MGM Studios has not announced a release date for Madden yet. Read the original article on People
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05-06-2025
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Christian Bale Looks Almost Unrecognisable As Al Davis In John Madden Biopic
Last Updated: The 51-year-old star was spotted on the sets of Madden in North Carolina, earlier this week. Christian Bale is stepping into the ring, in a way you've never seen him before. The talented actor looks completely unrecognisable with a receding hairline wig and bleached eyebrows, taking on the role of Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis in the upcoming John Madden biopic. The 51-year-old star was spotted on the sets of Madden in North Carolina, earlier this week. He wore a black leather jacket paired with a white V-neck, black pants and dress shoes. A set of championship rings completed the look. Can't get enough of these Christian Bale photos as Al Davis for the John Madden movie. — The Autumn Windbags (@TheWindbags) June 5, 2025 Apart from Bale, Madden features Nicolas Cage as the titular legendary NFL coach, who won Super Bowl XI in 1977 for the Raiders and later became a broadcaster. Last month, the makers revealed the first look of Bale and Cage from the film. The image featured the duo standing in a football stadium, flaunting their Super Bowl rings. While Bale wore a white shirt underneath a grey jacket, Cage sported a beige sweater and a black jacket. 'The film follows Madden's remarkable journey — from his Super Bowl-winning partnership with Al Davis and the Raiders, to creating Madden NFL, and becoming one of the most iconic voices in football history," the studio said in a release. For those who don't know, John Madden was the Raiders' head coach from 1969 until 1978. He was one of the youngest head coaches in history when the Raiders hired him at the age of 32. His most notable triumph came in January 1977, when he guided the Raiders to a 32-14 victory against the Minnesota Vikings in Super Bowl XI. From 1979 until 2009, he served as an expert analyst on NFL telecasts for CBS, Fox, ABC, and NBC, earning 16 Sports Emmy Awards. Madden's supporting cast includes John Mulaney as Trip Hawkins, Kathryn Hahn as Virginia Madden and Sienna Miller as Carol Davis. The film is directed by David O. Russell, who previously worked with Bale in The Fighter and American Hustle. Co-written by David O. Russell and Cambron Clark, the upcoming film is being produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Escape Artists and SMAC Entertainment, while Amazon MGM Studios serves as the distributor. First Published: June 05, 2025, 18:13 IST
