{"id":619350,"date":"2026-04-20T14:45:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T14:45:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/619350\/"},"modified":"2026-04-20T14:45:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T14:45:10","slug":"russell-crowe-returns-to-the-ring-in-new-mma-drama-beast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/619350\/","title":{"rendered":"RUSSELL CROWE RETURNS TO THE RING IN NEW MMA DRAMA BEAST"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Action fans are gearing up for a brutal, high-stakes comeback story as Beast prepares for its digital release this summer. Distributed by Vertigo Releasing, the upcoming MMA thriller will be available across major digital platforms from 1st June, bringing a mix of adrenaline, emotion, and redemption straight to home screens.<\/p>\n

Directed by Tyler Atkins\u2014known for work on Bosch and Rockit\u2014Beast boasts a heavyweight cast led by Academy Award winner Russell Crowe, alongside Daniel MacPherson and Luke Hemsworth.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Plot: A Fighter\u2019s Redemption Story<\/p>\n

At its core, Beast is a gripping tale of sacrifice, family, and unfinished dreams. The story follows Patton James (MacPherson), a former MMA fighter who gave up his career to support his wife and daughter.<\/p>\n

When his brother Malon suffers a devastating injury in a fight tied to dangerous debts, Patton is forced back into the cage. What follows is a tense journey as he attempts to reclaim his former glory while competing in ONE Championship.<\/p>\n

To stand any chance, Patton must rebuild his relationship with his former trainer\u2014played by Crowe\u2014and hold his family together under mounting pressure. The film builds toward a final, brutal showdown against reigning champion Xavier Grau.<\/p>\n

Star-Studded Cast Brings the Heat<\/p>\n

Alongside its leading trio, Beast features a diverse and dynamic supporting cast, including:<\/p>\n

Bren Foster
\nGeorge Burgess
\nMojean Aria
\nKelly Gale
\nAmy Shark
\nSaphira Moran<\/p>\n

This ensemble adds depth to the film\u2019s emotional stakes while delivering on the physical intensity expected from an MMA-focused narrative.<\/p>\n

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Russell Crowe Steps Behind the Pen Again<\/p>\n

In addition to starring, Crowe also co-wrote the screenplay alongside David Frigerio. This marks his second writing credit following his work on Poker Face (2022), signalling a continued creative evolution for the veteran actor.<\/p>\n

The film is produced by John Schwarz, David Frigerio, Michael Schwarz, and Tim O\u2019Hair, further strengthening its industry pedigree.<\/p>\n

Where to Watch Beast<\/p>\n

From 1st June, Beast will be available on major digital platforms, making it easily accessible for UK audiences and beyond. Whether you\u2019re a fan of combat sports films or character-driven dramas, this release is set to deliver both intensity and heart.<\/p>\n

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Why Beast Should Be on Your Watchlist<\/p>\n

With a compelling comeback story, a powerhouse performance from Russell Crowe, and authentic MMA action, Beast positions itself as one of the standout digital releases of the summer. Expect raw fight sequences, emotional storytelling, and a classic underdog narrative that hits hard both inside and outside the cage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Action fans are gearing up for a brutal, high-stakes comeback story as Beast prepares for its digital…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":619351,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[570],"tags":[300320,300321,300322,64,63,248119,786,785,1861,225956,31121,85,300323],"class_list":{"0":"post-619350","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-mma","8":"tag-entertaimment","9":"tag-alt-sports","10":"tag-alternative-sport","11":"tag-au","12":"tag-australia","13":"tag-beast","14":"tag-fighting","15":"tag-mma","16":"tag-people","17":"tag-popculture","18":"tag-russell-crowe","19":"tag-sports","20":"tag-vertigo-releasing"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/619350","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=619350"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/619350\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/619351"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=619350"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=619350"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=619350"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}