Fat City
“Life is what happens in between rounds.”
The story of two men, a veteran boxer who is down and out, and a young man who is just starting his life and boxing career. Their fighting careers cross paths as their lives and fortunes head in opposite directions. Director John Huston tells their stories with a level, unsentimental honesty and makes it into one of his best films.
Where to watch Fat City in United States
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Fat City there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Fat City streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | Filmin | Amazon Video |
About Fat City
Fat City is a 1972 English-language drama film directed by John Huston. The cast is led by Stacy Keach, Jeff Bridges, Susan Tyrrell. It has a runtime of 1h 37m. Viewers rate it 7.1/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Fat City was produced by Columbia Pictures and Rastar Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on July 26, 1972, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- John Huston
- Writers
- Leonard Gardner
- Release date
- July 26, 1972
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Columbia Pictures, Rastar Productions
Fat City cast & crew
Fat City was directed by John Huston and written by Leonard Gardner.
The cast features Stacy Keach as Tully, Jeff Bridges as Ernie, Susan Tyrrell as Oma, Candy Clark as Faye, Nicholas Colasanto as Ruben, and Art Aragon as Babe.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Marvin Hamlisch, cinematography is by Conrad Hall, and it was produced by Ray Stark and John Huston.
Is Fat City worth watching?
Fat City holds an audience score of 7.1/10 from 181 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 37m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, Fat City is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Fat City
Fat City isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Fat City
Stacy Keach
Tully
Jeff Bridges
Ernie
Susan Tyrrell
Oma
Candy Clark
Faye
Nicholas Colasanto
Ruben
Art Aragon
Babe
Curtis Cokes
Earl
Sixto Rodriguez
Lucero
Billy Walker
Wes
Wayne Mahan
Buford
Ruben Navarro
Fuentes
Al Silvani
Referee at Tully-Lucero Fight (uncredited)
Fat City — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Fat City in United States?
Fat City is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Fat City in?
Fat City is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Spanish. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Fat City?
Fat City runs 1 hours 37 minutes (97 minutes).
▸What is Fat City rated?
Fat City is rated PG. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 181 ratings.
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