The Fighter The Fighter" (The Fighter) is a famous American drama film that focuses on the professional struggle of boxer Mickey Ward, interpreting his extraordinary experience of becoming the world's light middleweight champion. The film is directed by David O. Russell and stars Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Amy Adams, and Derek Baker. -The film stars Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Amy Adams and others. At the same time, the drama Christian Bale and Melissa Leo with this film won the 83rd Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and Actress in 2011.