(known internationally as Never Back Down 2: The Beatdown ) is a 2011 American martial arts film that serves as a sequel to the 2008 film Never Back Down . Directed by Michael Jai White in his directorial debut, the film shifts the focus to a new group of fighters while maintaining the series' core themes of discipline, redemption, and the "Beatdown" underground tournament. Plot Overview
Combattimento letale received mixed to positive reviews, with many fans and critics considering it a technical improvement over its predecessor.
The film was released directly to video in August 2011 by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment . It features a mix of professional actors and real-life MMA athletes to enhance the realism of its fight sequences. Background/Note Michael Jai White Also the film's director Max Cooperman Evan Peters Reprising his role from the 2008 original Mike Stokes Dean Geyer Australian actor and singer Zack Gomes Alex Meraz Known for his role in the Twilight saga Tim Newhouse Todd Duffee Professional MMA fighter Justin Epstein Scottie Epstein MMA practitioner and actor Guest Appearance Lyoto Machida Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Critical Reception Never Back Down - Combattimento letale
: A former boxer recovering from a career-threatening eye injury.
: A talented wrestler dealing with personal issues regarding his father. (known internationally as Never Back Down 2: The
: A bullied record store clerk looking for a way to defend himself.
The group begins training under (Michael Jai White), a brilliant but fallen former UFC champion who lives in a trailer and teaches them "savage science". As they prepare for "The Beatdown," a secret tournament organized by Max Cooperman (the only returning character from the first film), they discover a traitor among them after Case is framed and arrested by corrupt police officers. The students must eventually face each other in the octagon to determine the ultimate champion and uncover the truth behind the betrayal. Cast and Production The film was released directly to video in
: A skilled fighter struggling to support his family.