IMDb 7 2019 HD

Fighting with My Family

Fighting with My Family

2019
Comedy
108 min PG-13 USA
6.845 / 10
7 IMDB

Born into a tight-knit wrestling family, Paige and her brother Zak are ecstatic when they get the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to try out for the WWE. But when only…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Alexa Sheehan / Sam Dawking / Julia Chiavetta / Stephen Merchant
Starring
Florence Pugh / Lena Headey / Nick Frost / Vince Vaughn / Jack Lowden / Dwayne Johnson / Thea Trinidad / Aqueela Zoll

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

uplifting heartfelt funny inspiring predictable charming family-focused determined emotional gritty entertaining

Reviews

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Samantha Green
Apr 5, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

While 'Fighting with My Family' boasts a charismatic lead in Florence Pugh and a solid supporting cast, its narrative arc feels somewhat familiar. The film tells the story of Paige’s ascent in the WWE with a blend of…

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Julian Thorne
Apr 5, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is more than just a wrestling film; it's a poignant family portrait set against the backdrop of the WWE. Florence Pugh delivers a star-making turn as Paige, navigating the complexities of ambition and belonging. The film’s strength…

C
Chloe Davies
Apr 5, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'Fighting with My Family' offers an engaging, if somewhat predictable, journey into the world of professional wrestling. Florence Pugh shines as the determined Paige, carrying the emotional weight of the narrative with impressive grace. The film’s tone is…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 5, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

Stephen Merchant’s direction injects a vital dose of British humour and sincerity into this WWE-adjacent biopic. Florence Pugh is captivating as Paige, embodying both her fierce ambition and her underlying insecurities. The film avoids a purely formulaic approach,…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 5, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

A true underdog story with a massive heart. 'Fighting with My Family' excels through its genuine warmth and infectious energy, largely thanks to a standout performance from Florence Pugh as the aspiring wrestler Paige. The film deftly balances…

FAQs

The film contains some adult themes and language, as well as depictions of wrestling violence. While it's an inspiring story about pursuing dreams, it might be more appropriate for teenagers and adults. Parents should consider the film's PG rating and content, which includes some coarse language and thematic elements that might not be suitable for very young children. Viewer discretion is advised.