A new image of Unstoppable showcases Don Cheadle's intense performance as real-life wrestling coach Shawn Charles. The biographical sports drama tells the story of Anthony Robles (Jharrel Jerome), who was born with one leg and became a wrestling champion with the encouragement of his coach, Charles, and his mother Judy (Jennifer Lopez). The film also stars Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña, Chimechi Oparanozie, Parker Sack, Jordan Wallace and Shawn Hatosy. Unstoppable Reviews from its TIFF premiere in September and its limited theatrical release in December have already earned the film an 82% Certified Fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes.
TelaRant now you can share an exclusive image of Unstoppable ahead of its premiere on Prime Video on January 16, 2025. The image shows a moment of closeness between Charles and Robles where the former encourages during a wrestling match. Although there is concern in Don Cheadle's eyes, he also exudes a desire for his protégé to succeed. See the full-size image below:
Don Cheadle's Performance Helps Drive Unstoppable Fuel
The actor is nominated for an Oscar
Although the emotional core of Unstoppable The film, based on Robles' 2012 book of the same name, is provided by the bond between the main character and his mother. However, as this image highlights, Robles' place on the Arizona State Wrestling team likely wouldn't be the same without the support of Cheadle's character. The intensity that the Oscar-nominated actor helps fuel the story's ups and downs of Robles' path to becoming a champion.
So far, Cheadle's performance in the film was not recognized by any major awards show. in the 2024-2025 season. He wasn't nominated for the 2025 Golden Globes or the Critics Choice Awards, although he has a shot at an Oscar nomination in January, despite it being a huge long shot. Although the film has so far made less of an impact than other films with prominent male supporting performances, such as A real pain and Gladiator IIhis commitment to his role will likely help boost the film's success once it hits Prime Video.
Unstoppable could enter the pantheon of sports drama
The inspiring story has already struck a chord
While Unstoppable hasn't yet had a chance to reach a wide audience, its early glowing reviews speak to the fact that it could quickly enter the pantheon of classic inspirational sports dramas. Of Rudy to The boys on the boatthe genre has had many entries, but the intensity of the cast shown in this image where both Cheadle and Jerome are fully committed to the momentwill likely help propel you to the top.