Plot — What is Day of the Fight about?
Stanley Kubrick’s debut documentary, following Irish-American middleweight boxer Walter Cartier on April 17, 1950—the day of his bout with Bobby James. The film traces Cartier’s quiet morning rituals, training, and anxious hours before the match, culminating in his swift victory that night in Newark. Opening with a brief history of boxing, Kubrick’s tightly crafted short captures the discipline, isolation, and tension behind a fighter’s daily routine.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1951 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 13 min |
| Audience Score | 58% (5.8/10, 178 votes) |
Day of the Fight — FAQ
Is Day of the Fight worth watching? Day of the Fight holds a 5.8/10 rating from 178 viewers. Stanley Kubrick’s debut documentary, following Irish-American middleweight boxer Walter Cartier on April 17, 1950—the day of his bout with Bobby James. The film traces Cartier’s quiet morning rituals, training, and anxio
Who directed Day of the Fight? Directed by Stanley Kubrick.
Who is in the cast of Day of the Fight? It stars Vincent Cartier, Walter Cartier, Nat Fleischer, Bobby James, Judy Singer, Stanley Kubrick and more.
Where can I stream Day of the Fight? Streaming availability for Day of the Fight is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Day of the Fight release? It released in 1951.
