The Contender (2000)
Tagline:
Sometimes you can assassinate a leader without firing a shot.
Directors:
Rod Lurie
Producers:
Maurice Leblond, Gary Oldman & Rainer Bienger
Writers:
Rod Lurie
Cast:
Gary Oldman, Joan Allen, Jeff Bridges & Christian Slater
Composers:
Larry Groupé
Cinematographers:
Denis Maloney
Film Editors:
Michael Jablow
Original Release Date:
October 13, 2000
Headline News
Burnett & DreamWorks Sue Azteca
Mark Burnett Productions and DreamWorks Television have filed a complaint with the US District Court in Los Angeles, claiming that Mexico's Azteca International ripped them off over a Spanish-language version of the duo's reality boxing show The Contender.
The Contender Challenge: UK vs. USA
"ESPN, Mark Burnett Productions, and DreamWorks Television announced they will produce a six-episode boxing tournament featuring a team of fighters from both seasons of The Contender facing a team of fighters from the United Kingdom."
'The Contender 2' in July
ESPN has announced that the second season for 'The Contender' will premiere in July on their sports network.
2nd 'Contender' special set!
"Today, ESPN and The Contender have unveiled details of their second live boxing special to be held Sunday, Feb. 12, 2006 at The Dunkin Donuts Center in Providence, R.I."
Why Lack of Updates?
"I would like to apologize for lack of updates these past few weeks, especially this past week."
Everlast Extends Agreement on 'Contender'
"Everlast? Worldwide Inc. announced today that it will continue its strategic merchandise, licensing and equity alliance and agreement with Contender Partners LLC."
'The Contender Finale': Rematch
"Mark Burnett Productions, DreamWorks Television, and ESPN, Inc. have announced a date, venue and fight card for the first of three boxing specials."
