Underdog (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2020, Underdog is a drama film directed by Masaharu Take, running about 276 minutes.
What it’s about. Tells the story of three bottom-dog boxers who gets used as punching bags. Pro boxer Suenaga Akira fell off the path to greatness but still tries to crawl his way to the top. Omura Ryuta is a youngster who grew up in foster care. Miyagi Shun, a TV celebrity with famous parents, takes a shot at boxing as part of a TV show. Three underdogs with very different back stories put their pride on the line as they exchange blows.
Who’s in it. Underdog stars Mirai Moriyama as Akira Suenaga, Takumi Kitamura as Ryuta Omura, Ryo Katsuji as Shun Miyagi and Asami Mizukawa as Yoshiko, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Underdog has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Underdog page.
If you liked it. Fans of Underdog tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Underdog (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Underdog change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Underdog worth watching?
- Underdog holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Underdog?
- Underdog stars Mirai Moriyama, Takumi Kitamura, Ryo Katsuji, Asami Mizukawa and Kumi Takiuchi.
- When was Underdog released?
- Underdog was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 276 minutes.