Foxcatcher (2014)
A millionaire's ambition slowly poisons an Olympic wrestling dream, leading to bleak and tragic consequences.
The greatest Olympic Wrestling Champion brother team joins Team Foxcatcher led by multimillionaire sponsor John E. du Pont as they train for the 1988 games in Seoul - a union that leads to unlikely circumstances.
How intense is Foxcatcher?
Foxcatcher is not scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Foxcatcher feels like
- Tone
- grittybleaksuspensefulmelancholy
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Foxcatcher
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Foxcatcher for you?
Is Foxcatcher scary?
No. Foxcatcher is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Foxcatcher gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Foxcatcher sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Foxcatcher OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Foxcatcher?
Foxcatcher runs 2h 14m.
Where can I stream Foxcatcher?
Foxcatcher is streaming on The Roku Channel and Tubi.
Does Foxcatcher have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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