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Knockout

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A retired boxer tries to help a new student, Matthew Miller, who is being targeted by bullies. While learning to box and stand up to his tormentors the young boxer must learn to overcome his tumultuous past.

Year

2011

Duration

1h 30m

IMDb

4.9

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Cast

Anne Wheeler

Director

SA

Steve Austin

Dan Barnes

Danny Mags

Matthew Miller

Cast

Anne Wheeler

Director

SA

Steve Austin

Dan Barnes

Danny Mags

Matthew Miller

Janet Kidder

Christine Miller

Emma Grabinsky

Ruby

Jaren Brandt Bartlett

Hector Torres

Samuel Patrick Chu

Nick Wirthlin

Sean Devine

Jacob Miller

Roman Podhora

Coach Harward

Tess Atkins

Teresa Terrel

JD

Julian Domingues

Joe Fielder

Catherine Lough Haggquist

Principal Lee

Scott Hylands

Grandfather Charlie Putman

Adrian Formosa

Avery

JJ

Jay Jauncey

Ray

Ben Immanuel

Mr. Doyle

Bronwen Smith

Mrs. Nasher

Evan Jacobs

Writer

JN

Jack Nasser

Writer

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10 Comments

Ada SALIOU May 29, 2023

source: Knockout

BAD-Saimon10May 23, 2023

This movie was just outstanding from beginning to end because it had an uplifting message and the script was superbly written with no profanity along with very little violence.The actors all did a great job in their roles and the cinematography was superb.

Misha ✨May 23, 2023

Imagine living in a world where every movie plot is fashioned from the Karate Kid. In this movie it is boxing instead of karate. I must give kudos to the casting director for being able to find people whose acting ability were on par with Mr. Austin. At times the acting and script was so hokey I found myself laughing at the serious moments of the movie, such as when boy Matthew first tells his mom and step-dad he wants to box. The lines and acting were so bad, I thought this might be a comedy. This might be a good movie for tweens, but beyond that it's a bust. One bright spot was Emma Grabassky, the young girl who played Matthew's gf. I can't figure out how she slipped through the bad actors only screen. What I really want to know is how does one get funding for this type of tripe? You go the studio and say, "I have written a screen play stolen from the Karate Kid. I have substituted the word "boxing" for "karate." I got Steve Austin to play Mr. Miyagi and he promises never to smile and to only speak in truisms. We are going to find worse actors than Austin, so as not to upstage him. We won't have a decent soundtrack either and the director is blind." I think a movie about trying to sell this film would have been more entertaining.

Awuramah💞May 23, 2023

Knockout is a charming effective film. The story is a shaggy dog cliché. A young boy the new kid in town. He idolizes his grandfather a former boxer. He runs into the school bully. friendless he has no one to turn to except the school janitor played wonderfully by Steve Austin. The boy tries out for the school boxing team. Only to find the bully is the school Champion. the boy loses faith in himself. The janitor Dan Barnes takes pity on him.Dan a former contender for the heavyweight Championship.. Barnes lived life in the fast lane and burnt himself out. Barnes got hurt and ended his career. Barnes takes the boy under his wing and trains him. The bully continues to torture him until a boxing match is set up to determine who will get the final spot on the boxing team. The film is filled with teen angst, young love and issues with the parents. Knockout finds it's voice in the relationship between the boy and Barnes. and later on There is that magical first love with another outsider. A young girl named Ruby. The film could be called sweet and tender. It could also be called a slice of life.Showing us how outsiders are made. How people who feel differently are sometimes punished for being different. The films driving message is simple. You must have faith in yourself. No one can fight your battles but you. You must choose a course of action and do it. Pretty effective message for a pretty effective movie that tries to disguise itself as a Boxing tale. Very Well done.

SkibMay 23, 2023

I was pleasantly surprised with respect to the execution of the actors. Some of the previous reviews simply didn't get it! Young Matthew Miller played by Daniel Magder (Life with Derek's Edwin) was transformed over the course of the film from a bumbling geek to a self confident young man at the conclusion of the film. He displayed the stark contrast in character between the role he played at the beginning of the film and the end. At the start of the movie Matthew was in a place he didn't want to be and had to sacrifice his academic arena for the sake of his mother. He was nervous, angry and self conscious and displayed his emotions and feelings with an awkwardness both physically and emotionally. This is a much different role than that of Edwin in "Life with Derek". I believe he pulled it off beautifully. Steve Austin was consistent throughout the film showing a "soft side" and yet he was still rough around the edges given his checkered past. He played the role beautifully. Nice job Steve!!! Matthew's mother came across as annoying which added balance to the story. If the kids were shown as professional boxers the credibility of the film would have suffered. These are teenagers in middle school just learning the craft of boxing, not seasoned veterans. Yes, definitely a "feel good" story and yet not over the top. The lesson that the film depicts should not be lost on today's young generation. The old adage, when you fall, pick yourself up and try again, rings out load and clear. This movie is a winner!!!

Serge MosengoMay 23, 2023

I'm almost certain that the people who are down rating this film initially thought they would be watching a Stone Cold Steve Austin action extravaganza instead of a family movie. Even though I'm not a professional movie critic, or a filmmaker, I do consider myself a movie buff who delves into every possible genre. And as far as this certain type of genre goes, it's pretty good. "Knockout" never tries to jump over itself. It clearly knows what it wants to be. In fact, at one point, it gives a shout out to the original "Karate Kid." Many plot lines feel familiar, but it's all handled with as much care as possible. The movie is successful at flowing down the middle without being overly heartwarming, or not heartwarming enough. Steve Austin isn't applying for greatness, but he feels completely right for this role. Despite his opposing figure, you can see the soft spot within his eyes. As for the main kid, he eases into the role by the end of the film. The kid who played Hector tackles the bully role with aplomb. The girl playing Ruby is also very charming. All in all, my two young kids enjoyed this and so did I. As far as these types of films go, this one is above most.

Prince Nelson EnweremMay 23, 2023

I thought this was a really good movie but alot of people didn't seem to like it

Aj’s lounge & GrillsMay 23, 2023

I've seen high school student films better than this mess. Main actor is so cringy and annoying. Nobody can act, story is stupid. The fighting choreography is so bad. How did this get made?

SandiMay 23, 2023

Usually when I look up a movieI look at the overall rating and decide if I wanna watch it; however, I actually read some of the reviews because of the 5.0 and decided to give it a shot. While there are definitely cheesy parts, the movie has a good set of messages that apply to life, not just boxing. Definitely worth a look if you're looking for a clean cut, great message movie. I can't remember hearing any swearing

🇪🇸-الاسباني-😂May 23, 2023

It's like karate kid for boxing, with a slightly more shallow story. Steve Austin does an excellent job of carrying the film while Janet Kidder contributes with a professional fashion that's admirable. The rest of the cast skates by, with the time tested formula being enough to let them off the hook and carry the film. Anne Wheeler does a great job of bringing out the best in everyone and I, for one, Was glad to have seen It. Keep up the good work!