Actor Jack Huston makes his debut as writer/director with
Day of the Fight. The film stars Michael C. Pitt as "Irish Mike" Flannigan, a
troubled boxer who prepares to make his return to the ring after spending
time in prison.
Nicolette Robinson, John Magaro, Steve Buscemi, Ron Perlman and
Joe Pesci also star.
Day of the Fight is on the Icon Film Channel from February
3rd with a UK cinema release on March 7th.
Check out the trailer and poster below.
The official synopsis reads:
On the day of his first fight since leaving prison, former middleweight champion and weathered boxer, “Irish Mike” Flannigan, prepares for his highly anticipated return to the ring, a long-shot undercard at the legendary Madison Square Garden. But before he can face off against a new champion, he first needs to face the demons from his past, embarking on a redemptive emotional journey of second chances, self-sacrifice and forgiveness.
