By Giant brings the extraordinary true story of boxing icon Prince Naseem “Naz” Hamed to the big screen, charting his rise from a working-class childhood in Sheffield to global stardom in the 1990s.
The film focuses on Hamed’s journey as an underdog who reshaped the sport through speed, confidence, and spectacle, while also exploring the quieter forces that shaped his success. Amir El-Masry stars as Hamed, capturing both the bravado inside the ring and the vulnerability behind the persona.
At the heart of the story is Naz’s bond with his Irish trainer Brendan Ingle, played by Pierce Brosnan. Their relationship anchors the film, highlighting Ingle’s pivotal role in guiding Hamed’s discipline, belief, and identity during his ascent.
Directed and written by Rowan Athale, the film balances visceral boxing sequences with intimate character moments away from the spotlight.
Executive produced by Sylvester Stallone, Giant leans into classic sports-drama DNA while telling a story rarely explored in full. The film positions Hamed not just as a showman, but as a complex figure shaped by heritage, mentorship, and pressure. Giant aims to reveal the man behind the myth, offering a grounded portrait of a fighter who changed boxing’s image and culture.
