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A Fighting Legacy

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In Des Moines, Iowa, the unlikely home of the largest full-contact fighting event in the Western Hemisphere, more than 1,000 fighters gather each year for the TBA Tournament. For 18 years, this event has drawn athletes from around the world to test themselves in the art of Muay Thai. Through interviews, archival material, and ringside access, the documentary traces how the sport first came to America nearly 60 years ago, how this tournament grew into an international fixture, and what it means to the competitors who devote their lives to the art of eight limbs. "A Fighting Legacy" reveals a tight-knit community built on discipline, respect, and shared purpose.

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Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Jan 24
2.5/4.0
It's an engaging, entertaining documentary as much about the Muay Thai community as it is the actual fighting. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Adam Wagner

Director

Angela Bahr

Self

Jody Brincks

Self

Julie Cohen

Self

Selina Flores

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Craig Ireland

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Synopsis In Des Moines, Iowa, the unlikely home of the largest full-contact fighting event in the Western Hemisphere, more than 1,000 fighters gather each year for the TBA Tournament. For 18 years, this event has drawn athletes from around the world to test themselves in the art of Muay Thai. Through interviews, archival material, and ringside access, the documentary traces how the sport first came to America nearly 60 years ago, how this tournament grew into an international fixture, and what it means to the competitors who devote their lives to the art of eight limbs. "A Fighting Legacy" reveals a tight-knit community built on discipline, respect, and shared purpose.
Director
Adam Wagner
Distributor
Indie Rights
Production Co
Out of Step Art
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 5, 2026
Runtime
1h 14m