It’s a Netflix hit: the surprising true story of a boxer who became a priest

Think you know Mark Wahlberg’s filmography as a movie buff? However, I’m not sure if you’ve heard of the drama Father Stu: A Hero Like No Other, in which a Hollywood star falls for a boxer who becomes…a priest!

Good news: if you want to discover this amazing movie, it is available on the Netflix platform!

Mark Wahlberg makes surprises

Coming straight to VOD in 2022, Father Stu: A Hero Like No Other is based on the incredible true story of Father Stuart Long, a boxer turned priest.

After reaching the peak of his career as an amateur boxer, Stewart, played by Mark Wahlberg (who may return in the sequel to the iconic action saga), now struggles to find meaning in his life.

When he is close to death in a traffic accident, he is offered a second chance and changes his perspective on things. Then he discovers a new faith and his true calling.

A biographical film Father Stuwhich depicts the latter’s life from self-destruction to his redemption, offers Mark Wahlberg an atypical role. Far from the muscular performances that have characterized his prolific career, the American actor is particularly convincing and quite moving.

Mel Gibson and Malcolm McDowell in the cast

Next to A Mark Wahlberg Who we really did not expect in this register, and who also acts as a producer, we still find, please, Mel Gibson, Jackie Weaver and Malcolm McDowell, the hero of A Clockwork Orange!

Punctuated by country sounds, the feature film marks the debut of Rosalind Ross, who is none other than her companion. Mel Gibson for almost ten years.

Do you want to discover a Mark Wahlberg Are you surprised on the couch? So get on Netflix fast!

Mark Wahlberg stars in the comedy Family Plan, available on Apple TV+: