Fightworld

Synopsis

Actor and fight enthusiast Frank Grillo travels the world, immersing himself in different fight cultures to understand their traditions and motivations.

First Air Date: 2018-10-12

Last Air Date: 2018-10-12

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 5

Networks: Netflix

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Top Cast

Frank Grillo as Self

Seasons

Season 1 (2018)

Actor and fight enthusiast Frank Grillo travels the world, immersing himself in different fight cultures to understand their traditions and motivations.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Mexico: La Pistola y El Corazon (2018-10-12)

Actor Frank Grillo visits Mexico City, where he meets Julio César Chávez, speaks with aspiring boxers and learns the one rule of Mexican boxing.
Ep. 2: Thailand: Fortunate Son (2018-10-12)

In Thailand, Grillo sees firsthand why muay thai is known as "the art of eight limbs." Later, he visits a true titan of the sport.
Ep. 3: Myanmar: Crossroads (2018-10-12)

Fighters from around the world travel to Myanmar for the World Lethwei Championship. Also, Grillo trains with an elite fighter.
Ep. 4: Senegal: If I Should Fall From Grace with God (2018-10-12)

Grillo -- along with countless passionate fans -- gets caught up in the pageantry as two highly respected Senegalese wrestlers prepare to battle.
Ep. 5: Israel: Masters of War (2018-10-12)

In Israel, Grillo receives a lesson on Krav Maga, a unique style of hand-to-hand combat used by citizens and military forces alike.