Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher
At the turn of the 19th century, Pugilism was the sport of kings and a gifted young boxer fought his way to becoming champion of England.
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2016★ 6.6
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2025★ 7.2
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2020★ 6.4
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The Most Hated Woman in America
2017★ 6.2
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2016★ 7.0
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2008★ 5.9
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All Eyez on Me
2017★ 6.7
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Chuck
2017★ 6.2
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