Challengers

Challengers

(2024)

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Synopsis

A love triangle meets on the tennis court

Tashi Donaldson, a tennis star turned coach is training her husband, Art Donaldson to become a Grand Slam champion When he hits an unrelenting losing streak, Tashi enters him into the Challengers event of a pro tour, one of the lowest ranks of the professional game. But confidence turns to caution when Art sees who he is drawn against. Standing across the court is Patrick, Donald’s childhood best friend, and Tashi’s ex. The two are set for a showdown on the court, carrying their respective baggage. But it is off of the court where the questions really need answering.

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What is Challengers about? 

Challengers is a sports comedy drama movie directed by acclaimed Italian filmmaker Luca Guadagnino. Noted for his works, Call Me by Your Name, Suspiria, and Bones and All, Guadagnino is a renowned director. Challengers follows a screenplay written by playwright and novelist, Justin Kuritzkes who is taking on his first major picture. Providing some continuity in the camera department is Thai cinematographer Sayombhu Mukdeeprom who is a frequent collaborator with the director. Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross provide the score for this sports romance.

Is Challengers based on a true story?

Filmmaker Luca Guadagnino confirmed that the movie is an original idea and not based on a true story. However, British actor Joshua O'Connor did reveal that the Greek Australian tennis pro Nick Kyrgios is an inspiration for the character Patrick that he portrays. 

Why is Challengers R rated?

Challengers received an R rating due to language throughout, sexual content and graphic nudity.

Who is in the cast of Challengers?

Starring in the movie is the American singer and actress Zendaya in the lead role as Tashi Donaldson, the ex-pro turned tennis coach. The actress spent three months training for the film and also serves as a producer on the project. She is joined onscreen by Mike Faist as Art Donaldson, her husband who is on an unrelenting losing streak. Josh O’Connor, known for his role as a young Prince Charles in The Crown features as Patrick Zweig, the third party in this complicated triangle.

Does Zendaya really play tennis in the movie?

Lead star Zendaya portrays a tennis prodigy who, after suffering a serious injury, became a tennis coach for other players. For the role, she trained for three months with former tennis pro Brad Gilbert. Actors Mike Faist and Josh O'Connor also trained alongside her for their roles.

Where can I watch Challengers?

Challengers was released in theaters on April 26, 2024.

Production News

  • AFebruary 11, 2022
    • MGM acquired the rights to Challengers. The movie is announced to be directed by Luca Guadagnino with Zendaya, Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist attached to star. (Source: Deadline)
  • May 2, 2022
    • Production began in Boston. (Source: Collider)
  • June 17, 2022
    • Director Luca Guadagnino confirmed that Sayombhu Mukdeeprom would serve as cinematographer for Challengers. (Source: MovieMaker Magazine)
  • June 27, 2022
    • Filming for Challengers wrapped and a release date of August 11, 2023 was confirmed.(Source: Twitter)
  • October 27, 2022
    • Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross were announced to be composing the score for the movie.(Source: Film Music Reporter)
  • March 21, 2023
    • The movie was given a new release date of September 15, 2023. (Source: Film Affinity)
  • June 20, 2023
  • July 7, 2023
    • It is confirmed that Challengers will open the 80th Venice International Film Festival.
  • July 25, 2023
    • The release date of the movie is pushed back to Spring 2024. It is also confirmed that it will no longer be shown at the Venice Film Festival due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. (Source: Deadline)
  • February 20, 2024
    • A new full-length trailer is released showing two tennis stars battling for the love of one iconic ex-player. (Source: YouTube)
  • April 23, 2024
    • The final trailer for the movie is released teasing the erotic and comedic elements of the latest movie from director Luca Guadagnino. (Source: YouTube)
  • April 26, 2024
    • Challengers was released in theaters. (Source: Deadline)

Rating

IMDB 7.8 (5k)

Genres

Romance, Drama, Sport

Runtime

2h 12min

Age rating

R

Production country

Italy, United States

Director

Luca Guadagnino

Cast

Zendaya
Tashi Donaldson
Mike Faist
Art Donaldson
Josh O'Connor
Patrick Zweig
Darnell Appling
Umpire (New Rochelle Final)
Nada Despotovich
Tashi's Mother
John McShane
Line Judge (New Rochelle Final)
Chris Fowler
TV Sports Commentator (Atlanta 2019)
A.J. Lister
Lily
Doria Bramante
Woman With Headset (Atlanta 2019)
Christine Dye
Motel Front Desk Clerk
Kevin Collins
New Rochelle Parking Lot Guard
Burgess Byrd
USTA Official / Line Judge US Open Jr.
Jason Tong
Line Judge (New Rochelle Final)
Naheem Garcia
Tashi's Father
Jake Jensen
Finn Larsen
Hailey Gates
Helen (Patrick's Date)
Sam Xu
Art's Fan