“[The movie] is based on the true story of former New Jersey heavyweight boxer and womanizer Chuck Wepner who boxed 15 rounds with Muhammad Ali and inspired Sylvester Stallone to pen ‘Rocky‘.”

The Fighter, The Bleeder — I predict the next one is going to be called The Knocker Outer. Anyway, the movie is going to be directed by Jeff Feuerzeig, who also co-wrote with Jerry Stahl. Now … fight! (Variety)