Undercard

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When Cheryl "No Mercy" Stewart, a two-time former boxing champion and recovering alcoholic, reaches out to the 21-year-old son she abandoned, she is met with deep-seated resentment. Keith Stewart, a naturally gifted fighter, relies on raw talent--but without discipline or focus, he can't reach the top. After a devastating loss caused by his gambling-addicted trainer, Keith's career loses direction and his confidence takes a hit. Cheryl sees a chance not only to save her son's career, but to reclaim the family she lost. With everything on the line, mother and son enter an uneasy partnership, balancing ambition, forgiveness, and the price of a second chance.

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Peyton Robinson

RogerEbert.com

2d

1.5/4

‘Undercard’ is a relationship drama disguised as a boxing film, but it doesn’t succeed in either realm.

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Odie Henderson

Boston Globe

2d

2.5/4

It’s the kind of movie my 2.5-star rating was invented for; that is, a movie that’s interesting enough to put me on the ropes for several rounds before dropping its hands and getting knocked out.

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Nicholas Bell

Fish Jelly Films (YouTube)

1d

1.5/5

The irreconcilable flaw of Undercard is how its dramatic undercarriage consists almost exclusively of sports drama cliches which unfortunately cannot be ignored thanks to one-dimensional characterizations...

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Joseph Robinson

Fish Jelly Films (YouTube)

1d

2/5

Undercard never slows down — but the clichés pile up and the low-budget feel never lets you forget it.

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Todd Jorgenson

Cinemalogue

2d

Strong performances fight against a pedestrian script in the latest underdog saga using boxing as a vehicle for redemption and reconciliation.

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Mark Dujsik

Mark Reviews Movies

3d

1.5/4

The production limitations of Undercard kind of reflect the movie's storytelling ones.

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D. Stew

15h

So let's get this straight right off the bat. This is definitely a B movie with regards to it's production and actor class. That said, the story is age old and it pulls emotional strings. Definitely worth watching.

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CMG M

@CMGMD 1d

WOW! Just WOW. Honestly, this is one of the most beautifully shot and exquisitely acted films I've seen in a long time. Wanda Sykes, and the actor who plays her son, Keith, are a revelation! This is a gorgeous story filled with heart. In an era of Hollywood where heart-speak films are few and far between, UNDERCARD took me on a journey that I did not expect. I laughed and cried and rooted like crazy!!! This is a MUST SEE. Real talk. If you see anything this weekend, while the film is still in the theaters, go see this film. It’s so good!!!

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Brian Peoples

1d

Wanda Sykes killed it!!! Great cast and great script.

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ScreenGrade

1d

Now this right here was one hell of a movie!

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joel G

@davidbondo 18h

There is a lot to try and like in this movie, but there is alot to not like as well. For one. although the fight scenes appear to be realistic, they are shot in waay too inadequate lighting.. Feels like they are boxing in the middle of the ring in the middle of the night. You get the feel throughout that this is low budget.. Was this made on wanda sikes dime?.. without a major studio backing?.. appears so-...Wanda sikes acting here, is too much over the top at times, like she tries too hard to play a serious role... We have all seen her in her comedy sitcoms where she throws out one line or 2 liners like a pro. . But , Here she plays a serious mother with zero comedic lines and it comes accross as just too much because she tries too hard. Did like the overall storyline and plot, however contrived and "done before"..As long as you dont expect much with this movie you'll be fine. Well, not fine but wondering why you didnt go see a better film like elvis presely,,D+++ - grade.

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Lisa B.

@sandy2 22h

This was outstanding movie

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When Cheryl "No Mercy" Stewart, a two-time former boxing champion and recovering alcoholic, reaches out to the 21-year-old son she abandoned, she is met with deep-seated resentment. Keith Stewart, a naturally gifted fighter, relies on raw talent--but without discipline or focus, he can't reach the top. After a devastating loss caused by his gambling-addicted trainer, Keith's career loses direction and his confidence takes a hit. Cheryl sees a chance not only to save her son's career, but to reclaim the family she lost. With everything on the line, mother and son enter an uneasy partnership, balancing ambition, forgiveness, and the price of a second chance.

Director: Tamika Miller
Producer: Anne Clements, Frances Lausell, Andrés Ramírez
Screenwriter: Anita M. Cal, Tamika Miller
Distributor: Seismic Releasing / Catalyst Studios
Production Co: Catalyst Studios
Genre: Drama, Sports
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 27, 2026, Limited
Runtime: 1h 46m