Movie

Shadowboxer

“Feeling Protected Is Very Seductive”

★ 5.1(79)20051h 33m

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Good to know

Director: Lee Daniels
Release date: 2005-09-09
Runtime: 1h 33m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Teton Films

Shadowboxer — trailer

About Shadowboxer

Shadowboxer is a 2005 movie in the Action, Crime and Drama genres, directed by Lee Daniels, starring Cuba Gooding Jr., Helen Mirren and Vanessa Ferlito. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.1/10 from 79 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Shadowboxer in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Mikey and Rose are professional assassins. They are also lovers, and once upon a time Rose also knew Mikey's father. During an elaborate hit job for a malicious gangster, Rose fails to kill the main target, the gangster's pregnant girlfriend. Instead, she delivers her baby and convinces Mikey to help her protect them both. As Rose weakens from cancer, Mikey becomes breadwinner for this unusual family. But tranquility will not last.

Cast

Cuba Gooding Jr.

Mikey

Helen Mirren

Rose

Vanessa Ferlito

Vicki

Macy Gray

Neisha

Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Dr. Don

Stephen Dorff

Clayton Mayfield

Mo'Nique

Precious

Tom Pasch

Andrew

Ryan Eric Speise

Anthony - Age 3

Matt Higgins

Eddie

John Panzarella

Man in Hotel

Marvina Vinique

Mikey's Mother

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Shadowboxer in Canada?+

Shadowboxer is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Shadowboxer on Netflix?+

Shadowboxer is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Shadowboxer?+

Shadowboxer has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who stars in Shadowboxer?+

Shadowboxer stars Cuba Gooding Jr., Helen Mirren, Vanessa Ferlito, Macy Gray and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

When did Shadowboxer come out?+

Shadowboxer is a 2005 movie directed by Lee Daniels.

What genre is Shadowboxer?+

Shadowboxer is Action, Crime, Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Shadowboxer?+

Shadowboxer was directed by Lee Daniels.