They Fight
“History is written by the victorious”
Synopsis
Reformed ex-convict Walt Manigan returns home to rebuild his family with the love of his life, Ketta. His path leads him to a boxing gym inside a D.C. youth recreation center about to be closed. There, he works under the wise coach Slim to mentor a group of boys to train for the junior national boxing tournament, all leading to a showdown between best friends Quincey and Peanut as they battle for a spot on the U.S. Junior Olympic Team.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2026-06-10
Top Cast
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André Holland
Walt
Samira Wiley
Ketta
Wendell Pierce
Slim
Toussaint Francois Battiste
Quincey
Anthony B. Jenkins
Peanut
Mykelti Williamson
Coach Mac
Tory J. Malone
Twin
J. Alphonse Nicholson
Turk
Tinashe Kajese
Chanel
Amanda Warren
Michelle
Andre Royo
G. Antonio
Joel Steingold
Principal Moore
J. Adami
Female Parole Judge
Vincent Stovall
Senior Parole Judge
Fredrick Morrison
Third Parole Judge
Lincoln C. Palmer
Coke Bottle Glasses
Syre Perkins
Hood Kid 1
Dean Loftin
Hood Kid 2
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 17, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sheldon Candis
- Screenplay & Story
- Sheldon Candis, Andrew Renzi
- Original Score
- Gary Gunn
- Original Title
- They Fight
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Mandalay Pictures, Argent Pictures, A/Vantage Pictures, Andscape, North of Now
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sheldon Candis
Sheldon Candis, Andrew Renzi
Gary Gunn
Mark Jeevaratnam
Nona Khodai
Andrew Renzi, Ben Renzo, Jason Michael Berman
Department Leadership Roster
Sheldon Candis
Director
Sheldon Candis
Writer
Andrew Renzi
Writer
Andrew Renzi
Producer
Ben Renzo
Producer
Jason Michael Berman
Producer
Gary Gunn
Original Music Composer
Nona Khodai
Editor
Mark Jeevaratnam
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About They Fight
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What is They Fight about?
Reformed ex-convict Walt Manigan returns home to rebuild his family with the love of his life, Ketta. His path leads him to a boxing gym inside a D.C. youth recreation center about to be closed. There, he works under the wise coach Slim to mentor a group of boys to train for the junior national boxing tournament, all leading to a showdown between best friends Quincey and Peanut as they battle for a spot on the U.S. Junior Olympic Team.
Who directed They Fight?
They Fight was directed by Sheldon Candis.
Who stars in They Fight?
The principal cast of They Fight includes André Holland, Samira Wiley, Wendell Pierce, Toussaint Francois Battiste, Anthony B. Jenkins.
When was They Fight released and how long is it?
They Fight was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for They Fight?
The original motion picture soundtrack for They Fight was composed by Gary Gunn.
What is the age rating and content advisory for They Fight?
They Fight holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).