Directed by Daniel Graham, Prizefighter tells the
story of Jem Belcher (Matt Hookings, who also penned the script), who
became the youngest ever world boxing champion in 1800.
The film also stars Russell Crowe, Ray Winstone, Marton Csokas, Jodhi May, Julian
Glover
and Steven Berkoff.
Prizefighter is on Prime Video from July 22nd.
Check out the trailer below.
The official synopsis reads:
In 1800 Jem Belcher became the youngest ever world boxing champion. Belcher, played by Matt Hookings, dominated his early fights with his unique skill, speed, and scientific approach and soon became Champion of England, a natural talent, oozing with charm, style and grace. After a life-changing accident risked ending his career forever, he begins a long, gruelling road to recovery which eventually sees him compete in a death-defying standoff - known only as The Forgotten Fight of the Century - to reclaim his title once and for all as England’s youngest boxing champion.