The hit sports romance film “Challengers” will be available to stream on Prime Video starting September 19, 2024. The movie follows three professional tennis players and their intertwined personal and professional lives.
“Challengers” stars Zendaya as Tashi Duncan, a former tennis star who now coaches. It also features Mike Faist as her husband, a champion wrestler struggling with losing, and Josh O’Connor as Patrick, an ex-player connected to both characters. The movie was directed by Luca Guadagnino and first showed in theaters in April 2026.
Audiences and critics have praised the film. It grossed over $94 million globally after its theatrical run. Zendaya has stood out for her commanding portrayal of Tashi Duncan, which many called a career-defining performance. The story delves into the challenges of balancing personal relationships and careers in competitive sports. It cuts between different time periods to highlight tensions that come to a head during a pivotal 2019 tennis match.
After its theater run, “Challengers” was released on Video on Demand platforms in May 2024. It then started streaming on the MGM+ service in July. The September release on Prime Video will make the movie widely available to subscribers as well as those renting or buying it through Apple TV or Amazon.
With its mix of sports drama, romance, and character study, “Challengers” is expected to draw large streaming audiences. The film explores the difficult balance between love, ambition and athletic competition in a story that has resonated strongly with fans.
