Knuckle (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2011, Knuckle is a documentary film directed by Ian Palmer, running about 97 minutes. “Twelve years. Three clans. One war.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An epic 12-year journey into the brutal and secretive world of Irish Traveler bare-knuckle fighting. This film follows a history of violent feuding between rival clans.
Who’s in it. Knuckle stars Ian Palmer as Narrator (voice), James Quinn McDonagh as Himself, Michael Quinn McDonagh as Himself and Paddy Quinn McDonagh as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Knuckle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Knuckle page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Knuckle (2011)?
- In US, Knuckle is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Knuckle worth watching?
- Knuckle holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Knuckle?
- Knuckle stars Ian Palmer, James Quinn McDonagh, Michael Quinn McDonagh and Paddy Quinn McDonagh.
- When was Knuckle released?
- Knuckle was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.