Never Back Down (2008)
Movie 1h 55m ★ 6.8/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, pure adrenaline
Dating from 2008, Never Back Down sits in the action and drama corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Jeff Wadlow. The cast includes Neil Brown Jr., Evan Peters and Djimon Hounsou. The running time is 1h 55m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.8 out of 10.
Synopsis
Jake, full of anger after his father's death, is just starting to find a place for himself at his new Orlando high school - until Ryan, head of an underground MMA fight club, picks Jake out as a prime opponent. After being trounced by Ryan in front of the entire school, Jake begins training under the firm, moral guidance of a MMA master, where he learns how to fight... and how to avoid a fight. But it becomes obvious that a rematch will be inevitable if Jake wants to stop Ryan and his bullying, once and for all.
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Cast & crew
- Jeff WadlowDirector
- Neil Brown Jr.as Aaron
- Evan Petersas Max Cooperman
- Djimon Hounsouas Jean Roqua
- Leslie Hopeas Margot Tyler
- Cam Gigandetas Ryan McCarthy
- Amber Heardas Baja Miller
- Tilky Jonesas Eric
- Affion Crockettas Beatdown DJ
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Questions about Never Back Down
- What genre is Never Back Down?
- Never Back Down is categorised as Action, Drama.
- Who stars in Never Back Down?
- Neil Brown Jr., Evan Peters, Djimon Hounsou, Leslie Hope, Cam Gigandet appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Never Back Down?
- Jeff Wadlow directed Never Back Down.
- How long is Never Back Down?
- Never Back Down runs for 1h 55m (115 minutes).
- Is Never Back Down worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Never Back Down?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
