Movie

The Challengers

“A behind the scenes look at the world's premier bodybuilding contest.”

19851h 4m

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Good to know

Director: Peter Thompson
Release date: 1985-10-01
Runtime: 1h 4m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America

About The Challengers

The Challengers is a 1985 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Peter Thompson, starring Bill Dobbins, Tom Platz and Rich Gaspari. It has a runtime of 1 hour 4 minutes. Below you can see where to watch The Challengers in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The Challengers is a bodybuilding documentary that chronicles the athletes' preparation for the 1984 and 1985 Mr. Olympia competitions. The film features rare behind-the-scenes footage with some of the sport's top legends sharing their training and vision of the sport. It offers an authentic insight on what has been retrospectively called the Golden Era of bodybuilding.

Cast

Bill Dobbins

Presenter/Researcher

Tom Platz

Self

Rich Gaspari

Self

Albert Beckles

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Bob Paris

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Frank Richards

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Mike Christian

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Carla Temple

Self

Teagan Clive

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Charles Glass

Self

Luiz Freitas

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Kay Baxter

Self

Themes & keywords

golden eramr olympiagold's gymworld gym

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Challengers in Mexico?+

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

Is The Challengers on Netflix?+

The Challengers is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Challengers?+

The Challengers has a runtime of 1 hour 4 minutes (64 minutes).

Who stars in The Challengers?+

The Challengers stars Bill Dobbins, Tom Platz, Rich Gaspari, Albert Beckles and Bob Paris.

When did The Challengers come out?+

The Challengers is a 1985 movie directed by Peter Thompson.

What genre is The Challengers?+

The Challengers is Documentary film.

Who directed The Challengers?+

The Challengers was directed by Peter Thompson.