The cast and creative team behind They Fight stepped onto the red carpet at the Tribeca Festival this week to celebrate the film’s highly anticipated debut.
On June 8, stars André Holland and Wendell Pierce joined writer-director Sheldon Candis and fellow cast members for the premiere screening in New York City. The event featured a post-screening discussion before guests headed to an after-party at the Moxy Lower East Side.
The film is scheduled to begin streaming on Hulu on Disney+ on July 17.
André Holland and Wendell Pierce headline the premiere
Leading the celebration were André Holland and Wendell Pierce, who star in the sports drama centered on redemption, mentorship and second chances.
The actors were joined by cast members Toussaint Francois Battiste and Tory J. Malone, along with Candis, who co-wrote and directed the project.
Photos from the event captured the stars posing together on the red carpet before attending the screening and audience discussion.
Several notable guests attended the event
In addition to the film’s cast and creators, several special guests made appearances during the premiere festivities.
Sports journalist Michael Eaves attended the event, as did actor Russell Hornsby. Jason Aidoo of Andscape also joined the celebration.
The gathering brought together members of the entertainment, sports and media communities for one of the festival’s featured screenings.
The story follows a former boxer seeking redemption
They Fight centers on Walt Manigan, a reformed ex-convict who returns to Southeast Washington, D.C., hoping to rebuild his life.
His journey leads him back to a struggling boxing gym overseen by his longtime mentor, Slim. Inside the gym, three young fighters face challenges of their own while pursuing their dreams in and out of the ring.
As Walt reconnects with the world he once tried to leave behind, he discovers that his most difficult battle is not fought inside a boxing ring.
The film explores themes of personal growth, accountability and community through the lives of characters searching for a better future.
The cast features several acclaimed performers
Alongside Holland and Pierce, the film stars Samira Wiley, Anthony B. Jenkins, Toussaint Francois Battiste and Mykelti Williamson.
The ensemble brings together veteran actors and emerging talent to tell a story rooted in resilience and determination.
Sheldon Candis helped bring the story to life
Candis co-wrote and directed the film, while Andrew Renzi served as co-writer and producer.
Additional producers include Jason Michael Berman and Ben Renzo.
The project was developed through Andscape, a content studio focused on exploring Black identity through storytelling connected to sports, culture and community.
Hulu release arrives in July
Following its Tribeca Festival debut, They Fight will reach a wider audience when it premieres on Hulu on Disney+ on July 17.
Festival attendees were among the first to experience the emotional sports drama, which combines boxing action with a story about redemption, mentorship and finding purpose after adversity.
The Tribeca premiere marked an important milestone for the film as it prepares for its streaming release later this summer.
Source: Andscape / Tribeca Festival press materials
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