Day of the Fight
Originally released in 1951. Day of the Fight is a documentary film. directed by Stanley Kubrick. At just 13 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Vincent Cartier, Walter Cartier, and Nat Fleischer
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 26, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
0h 13m
13 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (166 votes)
Budget
$3.9K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Vincent Cartier
as Self, Walter's twin brother and manager
Walter Cartier
as Self
Nat Fleischer
as Self, boxing historian
Bobby James
as Self, Walter's opponent
Judy Singer
as Self, female fan in crowd (uncredited)
Stanley Kubrick
as Self (man at ringside with camera) (uncredited)
Alexander Singer
as Self
Douglas Edwards
as Narrator
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $3,900
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Day of the Fight about?
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...
Who directed Day of the Fight?
Day of the Fight was directed by Stanley Kubrick.
How long is Day of the Fight?
Day of the Fight has a runtime of 0 hours and 13 minutes (13 minutes total).
When was Day of the Fight released?
Day of the Fight was released on April 26, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Day of the Fight?
The main cast of Day of the Fight includes Vincent Cartier, Walter Cartier, Nat Fleischer, Bobby James, Judy Singer.
Is Day of the Fight worth watching?
Day of the Fight has a user rating of 5.7/10 based on 166 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.