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Phantom Punch

5.320081h 45mRMovieDrama

From his discovery by a priest while serving time at the Missouri State Penitentiary to the infamous 'Phantom Punch' by Cassius Clay which effectively ended his career, the movie spans the years from 1950 to Liston's mysterious and untimely death in 1971.

DirectorRobert Townsend

WritersRob Steen·Ryan Combs

ProducersHassain Zaidi·Marek Posival

Where to watch

Hoopla

Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Robert Townsend

Ving Rhames

Stacey Dash

Geraldine Liston

Nicholas Turturro

Nicholas Turturro

Bridgette Wilson

Bridgette Wilson

David Proval

Rick Roberts

Alan van Sprang

Alan van Sprang

Egidio Tari

Andrew Hinkson

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Phantom Punch — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Phantom Punch?

Phantom Punch is streaming on Hoopla in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Phantom Punch on Netflix?

No, Phantom Punch is not on Netflix in Canada as of August 2026. It's currently on Hoopla.

Is Phantom Punch on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Phantom Punch isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Hoopla instead.

Where can I watch Phantom Punch for free?

Phantom Punch is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Tubi TV in Canada.

Is Phantom Punch based on a true story?

Yes — Phantom Punch is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).