Director: David Michôd
Cast: Sydney Sweeney, Ben Foster, Merritt Wever, Katy O'Brian, Ethan Embry
Christy is a 2025 American biographical sports drama directed by David Michôd, telling the true story of Christy Martin — the trailblazing female boxer who rose to national fame in the 1990s, fought her way out of poverty and prejudice, and forever changed the landscape of women's boxing in America.
What is Christy about?
Growing up in rural Appalachia with few paths forward, young Christy discovers a rare and ferocious talent for boxing at a time when women in the ring are treated as novelty acts rather than serious athletes. Guided by a demanding coach with his own agenda, she endures grueling training regimens and navigates an industry that profits from her success while barely acknowledging her humanity. As she climbs toward national prominence — ultimately sharing a card with Mike Tyson and Don King — her private life grows increasingly complicated, marked by a volatile relationship that tests her resilience far beyond anything the ring demands. The film explores the cost of breaking barriers when the world refuses to keep up.
Cast & crew
Sydney Sweeney leads the film as Christy Martin in a physically and emotionally demanding performance, embodying the boxer's ferocity and vulnerability in equal measure. Ben Foster plays Don Luther, Martin's coach and husband, bringing his trademark intensity to a morally complex role. The supporting cast — Merritt Wever, Katy O'Brian, Ethan Embry, Jess Gabor, Chad L. Coleman, and Tony Cavalero — rounds out a grounded ensemble. Michôd, the Australian filmmaker behind Animal Kingdom and The Rover, brings his characteristic restraint and eye for raw human drama.
Context & significance
For Persian-speaking viewers and the Iranian diaspora, Christy carries a resonance that goes beyond sport. Stories of women fighting institutional resistance to prove their worth — literally and figuratively — speak directly to a community that has long watched Iranian women athletes struggle for recognition, resources, and basic rights. Christy Martin's journey through a male-dominated world, her refusal to be defined by others' expectations, and her survival against compounding odds offer a mirror for anyone who has built a life against the current. The film is available on K-Time with Persian dubbing and Persian subtitles, making it fully accessible for Farsi-speaking audiences of all generations.
Where & how to watch
Christy is available now on K-Time with both Persian dubbing and Persian subtitles. Watch on the web, your TV, or your phone — no VPN needed, no geo-blocking, and no extra download required. Subscribe and cancel anytime.