Christy Martin biopic: Sydney Sweeney’s ‘Christy’ trailer

TL;DR:

• Trailer for Christy dropped on September 11, 2025.
  
• TIFF world premiere was September 5, 2025, to a strong response.
  
• Film follows Martin’s rise and 2010 attack by her then husband.
  
• Sweeney trained hard, adding 30 plus pounds for the role.
  
• U.S. release is set for November 7, 2025.
  

The first trailer for Christy, the Christy Martin biopic starring Sydney Sweeney, arrived on September 11, 2025. It previews an intense sports drama built around the boxer’s biggest wins and darkest hours.

The film had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 5, 2025. The screening drew an enthusiastic response, with Sweeney appearing on stage beside Martin. 

Black Bear plans a U.S. theatrical release on November 7, 2025.

Who is Christy Martin

Christy Martin became the face of women’s boxing in the 1990s. She fought on major cards, brought new fans to the sport, and showed that women’s bouts could headline big nights. The new film focuses on her career and personal life, including the 2010 attack by her then husband, Jim Martin, who was later sentenced to 25 years in prison.

Martin was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2020. Her pro record includes 49 wins and 31 knockouts, a figure cited in recent coverage ahead of the film’s release.

What the trailer shows

The trailer cuts between two tracks. One shows training, early fights, and quick success. The other shows control, fear, and violence behind closed doors. Ben Foster plays Jim Martin, and his scenes set the tone for the film’s look at coercive control and abuse.

Sweeney’s physical change is clear. People reports she trained for months and gained more than 30 pounds to portray a credible welterweight. The trailer backs that up with tight choreography and heavy bag work.

Key credits

Christy is directed by David Michôd, known for Animal Kingdom. The script is by Michôd and Mirrah Foulkes. The cast includes Sydney Sweeney as Christy Martin, Ben Foster, and Merritt Wever.

Why Christy Martin matters

Martin helped move women’s boxing from novelty to prime time. Her fights in the 1990s drew new viewers and media coverage. Her survival and later advocacy also changed how sports talk about domestic violence. The film aims to connect both legacies for a wide audience in 2025.

How the film handles the hard parts

The film does not shy away from the 2010 attack, according to Entertainment Weekly’s reporting on the trailer. It treats the crime as part of Martin’s story, not the whole story. That balance will be key for audiences who know her as both a champion and a survivor.

Reuters coverage from the TIFF premiere notes the strong onstage moment between Sweeney and Martin, and frames the film as a dream role for the actor. That context signals a respectful approach to a painful history.

What happens next

The film rolls out to theaters on November 7, 2025. Expect more clips, interviews, and festival chatter through late October. Awards talk will hinge on box office and reviews after opening weekend.

Quick guide to dates and details

Sources for dates and credits: Entertainment Weekly, People, and Reuters.

Why it matters

Christy arrives at a time when women’s boxing is booming. A grounded, wide-release biopic can bring new fans to the sport, highlight safety issues for athletes, and revive interest in Martin’s historic fights. It also gives survivors a public champion who knows the cost and the climb back.

For new fans of women’s boxing

Start with Martin’s classic bouts, then sample recent champions. The trailer is a good entry point. After that, look for fight replays and interviews that fill in the details the film cannot cover in two hours.

Sources:

• Entertainment Weekly, The first trailer for Christy, https://ew.com/christy-trailer-sydney-sweeney-11807867, September 11, 2025
  
• People, Sydney Sweeney transforms for Christy trailer, https://people.com/christy-trailer-sydney-sweeney-boxing-biopic-11780289, September 11, 2025
  

Reuters, Sydney Sweeney fulfilled a dream playing boxer Christy Martin at TIFF, https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/sydney-sweeney-fulfilled-dream-playing-boxer-christy-martin-toronto-premiere-2025-09-05/, September 5, 2025