The Opponent (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 2001, The Opponent is an action and drama film directed by Eugene Jarecki, running about 90 minutes. “She couldn't run from her past. So she fought for her future.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Patty Sullivan (Erica Eleniak) is a battered woman who decides to take charge of her life by taking boxing lessons to better protect herself when her boyfriend becomes violent. Patty soon learns she has some talent for boxing and sets her sights on competing in a professional fight. More is on the line than just the woman's title.
Who’s in it. The Opponent stars Erika Eleniak as Patty Sullivan, James Colby as Coach, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Clark Middleton as Max Weller.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Opponent has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. 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 (2001)?
- In US, The Opponent is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Opponent worth watching?
- The Opponent holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Opponent?
- The Opponent stars Erika Eleniak, James Colby, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Clark Middleton.
- When was The Opponent released?
- The Opponent was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.