Knockout (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 5.7

Knockout poster

Released in 2011, Knockout is an action, drama and family film directed by Anne Wheeler, running about 95 minutes. “Inside every kid is the heart of a champion.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Outsider and new kid Matthew desperately wants to join his high school's boxing team, but resident bully and boxing champion Hector stands in his way. Facing constant torment, Matthew finds an unlikely ally in Dan, the school's janitor and one-time amateur boxer. Together, they train for the biggest boxing match of Matthew's life and discover what it truly means to be a winner.

Who’s in it. Knockout stars Steve Austin as Dan, Daniel Magder as Matthew Miller, Janet Kidder as Christine Miller and Emma Grabinsky as Ruby, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Knockout has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on History Vault and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Knockout page.

If you liked it. Fans of Knockout 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 Knockout (2011)?
In US, Knockout is available to stream on History Vault, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Knockout worth watching?
Knockout holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Knockout?
Knockout stars Steve Austin, Daniel Magder, Janet Kidder, Emma Grabinsky and Jaren Brandt Bartlett.
When was Knockout released?
Knockout was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.