The Opponent (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1988, The Opponent is an action film directed by Sergio Martino, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Greene plays an up and coming boxer with a powerful right hand and a heart of gold. He works night shifts in a bar and has a girlfriend whose father played by Ernest Borgnine disapproves of the relationship thinking Greene is a no good for nothing loser. To prove himself Greene catches the attention of a local boxing promoter played by Giuliano Gemma who decides to make a champion out of his newfound protégé.
Who’s in it. The Opponent stars Daniel Greene as Bobby Mulligan, Giuliano Gemma as Martin Duranti, Ernest Borgnine as Victor and Keely Shaye Smith as Anne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Opponent has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Opponent page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Opponent tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Opponent (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Opponent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Opponent worth watching?
- The Opponent holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Opponent?
- The Opponent stars Daniel Greene, Giuliano Gemma, Ernest Borgnine, Keely Shaye Smith and Mary Stavin.
- When was The Opponent released?
- The Opponent was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.