Sydney Sweeney Stars in Christy Biopic Premiered TIFF, UK November Release

Sydney Sweeney stars in the highly anticipated biopic "Christy," portraying legendary boxer Christy Martin, who rose from a small town in West Virginia to become a pioneering figure in women's boxing during the 1990s. Directed by David Michôd, the film chronicles Martin's boxing career, her rise to fame, and her survival of a life-threatening attack by her then-husband and trainer, Jim Martin, played by Ben Foster. "Christy" premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September 2025 to a standing ovation and has received early critical acclaim, with praise for Sweeney's intense physical transformation and powerful performance. The movie explores not only Martin's career inside the ring but also her personal struggles with family, identity, and a volatile relationship. The film is set for release in UK and Irish cinemas on November 28, 2025, following its UK premiere at the BFI London Film Festival. Alongside Sweeney and Foster, the cast includes Merritt Wever and Katy O’Brian, adding depth to the narrative of resilience and courage.