Warrior is Gavin O’Connor’s 2011 drama about two estranged brothers who enter the same mixed martial arts tournament. Tommy Conlon returns home and asks his father to help train him; his brother Brendan also competes, bringing their family conflict into the ring.
What is Warrior about?
Tommy Conlon comes back to his hometown and turns to his father for help preparing for an MMA tournament. Brendan, Tommy’s estranged brother, enters the same contest. Their separate drives to compete lead toward a confrontation that is both a sporting contest and a reckoning within their family. Apple TV’s synopsis identifies Tommy, Brendan and their father’s role in the story.
Who made and stars in the film?
Gavin O’Connor directed Warrior. The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) lists Tom Hardy, Joel Edgerton, Nick Nolte, Jennifer Morrison, Noah Emmerich and Kevin Dunn in the cast. The BBFC categorizes the film as drama, action and sport. See the BBFC’s film record.
What is the age rating and content advice?
In the UK, the BBFC classified the film 15 for its 2011 cinema release. Its content advice mentions sporting violence, one use of strong language, and discussion of alcoholism and prescription-drug addiction. This is UK classification guidance; it should not be read as a rating for the United States or another country.
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How long is Warrior?
The BBFC lists different durations for two versions: approximately 139 minutes 43 seconds for the cinema version and 134 minutes 6 seconds for a physical-media version. These are version-specific figures, so the runtime shown by a particular service or edition may differ.
Where can you watch or buy Warrior?
The BBFC records a physical-media classification distributed by Lions Gate Home Entertainment, which supports looking for a DVD or Blu-ray release. It does not establish current availability, stock, or the details of a specific edition. Check the listing and runtime for the copy you are considering. Current streaming availability is not established here, so check services in your region for an up-to-date listing.
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- Warrior [Blu-ray] (2011)
Is Warrior based on a true story?
The available records establish the film’s premise and credits, but do not establish whether its story is based on real events. It is safest not to describe it as a true story on that basis.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.Which Warrior is this?
This is the 2011 MMA drama directed by Gavin O’Connor. It is distinct from Once Upon a Warrior, a separate 2011 fantasy-adventure film originally titled Anaganaga – O-Dheerudu.
