The Contender
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About
A reality television series that follows a group of boxers as they compete with one another in an elimination-style competition, while their lives and relationships with each other and their families are depicted.
Cast
Sylvester Stallone
as Self - Boxing Mentor
Sergio Mora
as Self
Brent Cooper
as Self
Tarick Salmaci
as Self
Najai Turpin
as Self
Anthony Bonsante
as Self
Jimmy Lange
as Self
Alfonso Gómez
as Self
Joey Gilbert
as Self
Ahmad Kaddour
as Self
Jeff Fraza
as Self
Jonathan Reid
as Self
Jesse Brinkley
as Self
Juan de la Rosa
as Self
Miguel Espino
as Self
Ishe Smith
as Self
Sugar Ray Leonard
as Self
Episodes
Season 1
Gomez/Manfredo
Sixteen of the best middleweight fighters in the United States arrive in Los Angeles at the Contender Gymnasium. Each week, the boxers will train at this gymnasium and, with the support of their families who are now living close by, will vie to win $1,000,000 if they win a fight at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Teams are divided into East and West and in the first challenge, the winner of which decides the matchup for the fight that week (one fighter from each team), the players must haul three logs up a steep hill. West comes out victorious, and choose Alfonso Gomez and Peter Manfredo as the contenders of the night. In a suprising fight, Alfonso, with help from his father, mother and family, beats Peter, who has his wife and daughter to cheer him on.
Brinkley/Reid
The West once again wins the second challenge, a puzzle using flags, they again are allowed to decide the matchup for the week. Ishe Smith wimps out and the team reluctantly allows Jesse Brinkley to challenge veteran Jonathan Reid to the second round of fighting of the show. Tempers flare when Jesse accuses Ishe of betraying his team by rooting for Jonathan instead of himself. Later, in the second surprising upset of the game, Jesse Brinkley defeats Jonathan Reid in a close match of fighting.
Smith/Kaddour
The tension between Ishe and Ahmed reaches a boiling point when West wins the third challenge, a dodgeball game, and Ishe challenges Ahmed to the third boxing match. Though Ahmed starts out strong with a heavy barrage of punches in the first round, Ishe gets the last laugh when he wins the very personal match and gets the third spot into the quarter finals.
Mora/Turpin
The teams reconvene after the fight between Ishe and Ahmed, and everyone seems glad that Ahmed was outed. Jeff begins to feel ill, and after consulting a doctor, he finds out that he has chicken pox and that he must leave the entire tournament. In his place, Stallone tells the remaining contenders to vote one person back into the game. Peter Manfredo, jr. from Episode 1 is voted back in with a vote of 8-4 (the other votes being for Jonathan Reid). Later, at the challenge, the East Coast pulls their car to the finish line the fastest, and they choose Najai Turpin to fight Sergio Mora. At the boxing match, Najai gives it all he has but is defeated by a surprisingly strong Sergio.
The Best Fights*
The first four Contender fights are recapped as Sylvester Stallone and Sugar Ray Leonard host, pointing out what went wrong about the fight, and what the winner did right.
Espino/Manfredo
Peter Manfredo, after being let back into the game, begins to feel "off." He has tasted his first defeat when Alfonso beat him, and he is afraid to lose again. At the challenge, which tests versatility, West wins again, and is able to choose the matchup for that night. Miguel Espino chooses to fight Manfredo. At the fight, Manfredo conquers his fears of losing and wins the match, sending an ashamed and sad Miguel packing.
Bonsante/Cooper
After feeling their first loss of the game, the West Coast team set lineups for the next three weeks - beginning with Anthony (West) versus Jimmy. When West wins the challenge, Anthony chooses not to pick to fight Jimmy because Jimmy's arms are too long, and that challenges him. He does what is best for him, not for his team, and chooses to fight Brent Cooper, a former Alcoholic who turned to religion. That night, all of the other fighters - even Anthony's team - exclude him and wish Brent all the good luck in the world, leading to an explosive pre-fight press conference and an even more explosive fight - Anthony's determination results in a quick win, and only three out of the five rounds need to be fought. Brent is sent packing by Sly, and Anthony's team wishes bad luck upon him.
Salamaci/De La Rosa
Tensions are still surrounding the West Coast from last week's "betrayal" with Anthony choosing not to fight Jimmy Lange. Ishe Smith opts not to take a part in the reward for Anthony's win, saying that he doesn't feel right celebrating a win that he didn't want. At the challenge, the teams knock down graffiti-covered walls and load their debris into the back of a new car, and in the end West wins, giving them a choice of the matchup, ultimatley deciding the matchup for the next week as well, by process of elimination. Tarick chooses to call out Juan, the youngest player in the game, and in the fight, Juan surprises everyone by beating Tarick. On his way out of the Contender Gymnasium, Tarick says that he feels relieved that he finally got his shot.
Where does The Contender rank today?
The Contender is #3925 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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Stream The Contender online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated reality series originally produced in English and released in 2005, it's earned a solid 7.6/10 from 7 viewers worldwide.
About The Contender
A reality television series that follows a group of boxers as they compete with one another in an elimination-style competition, while their lives and relationships with each other and their families are depicted. Across 5 seasons and 67 episodes, originally airing on NBC.
The Contender Cast and Characters
The cast features Sylvester Stallone (as Self - Boxing Mentor), Sergio Mora (as Self), Brent Cooper (as Self), Tarick Salmaci (as Self), and Najai Turpin (as Self). Their performances are a major reason The Contender has built such a passionate audience.
Where to Watch The Contender Online
On Bowood.TV you can watch The Contender free — no account, no credit card, no ads in the middle of the show. We stream the full series in 720p / 1080p HD, with subtitles when available, on any device: phone, tablet, laptop, or smart TV browser.
▶ Watch The Contender NowWhy People Are Watching The Contender
There's a reason The Contender keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Contender
Where can I watch The Contender online for free?
You can watch The Contender online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How many episodes does The Contender have?
The Contender has 67 episodes across 5 seasons. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is The Contender good? What's the rating?
The Contender holds a 7.6/10 rating based on 7 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Contender?
The main cast includes Sylvester Stallone, Sergio Mora, Brent Cooper, and Tarick Salmaci, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Contender available in English?
Yes — The Contender was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Contender released?
The Contender first aired in 2005.
Do I need an account to watch The Contender on Bowood.TV?
No. Bowood.TV is free and you can watch The Contender without creating an account. Sign-up is optional — only useful if you want a personal Watchlist or to comment on episodes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Contender for free?
You can watch The Contender online for free on Bowood.TV. All 67 episodes across 5 seasons are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does The Contender have?
The Contender currently has 5 seasons and a total of 67 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is The Contender about?
A reality television series that follows a group of boxers as they compete with one another in an elimination-style competition, while their lives and relationships with each other and their families are depicted. It belongs to the Reality genre.
In which language is The Contender originally available?
The Contender was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was The Contender first released?
The Contender first premiered on March 7, 2005 (2005). The series has since concluded its run.
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