Day of the Fight
Director: Stanley Kubrick
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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Vincent Cartier
Self, Walter's twin brother and manager
Walter Cartier
Self
Nat Fleischer
Self, boxing historian
Bobby James
Self, Walter's opponent
Judy Singer
Self, female fan in crowd (uncredited)
Stanley Kubrick
Self (man at ringside with camera) (uncredited)
Alexander Singer
Self
Douglas Edwards
Narrator
In brief
Day of the Fight (1951) is a documentary film. With an average rating of 5.8/10 from 178 votes, viewer opinions are mixed. The film runs 13min. You can stream it on: TCM.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Day of the Fight online?
Day of the Fight is available on the following streaming services: TCM. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is Day of the Fight?
Day of the Fight runs 13 minutes (13min).
What rating does Day of the Fight have?
Day of the Fight has an average rating of 5.8/10 based on 178 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is Day of the Fight from?
Day of the Fight was released in 1951.
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