The Contender (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Series · ★ 9
Released in 1980, The Contender is a drama series.
What it’s about. A college student turned prizefighter hopes to make it big so that he can support his widowed mother and younger brother.
Who’s in it. The Contender stars Marc Singer as Johnny Captor, Katherine Cannon as Jill Sindon, Moses Gunn as George Beifus and Alan Stock as Brian Captor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Contender sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Contender page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Contender tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Contender (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Contender change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Contender worth watching?
- The Contender holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Contender?
- The Contender stars Marc Singer, Katherine Cannon, Moses Gunn, Alan Stock and Louise Latham.
- When was The Contender released?
- The Contender was released in 1980.