Unstoppable (2024): Full list of cast
Unstoppable is a biographical sports drama film directed by William Goldenberg from a script by Eric Campanella, Alex Harris, and John Hindman. It was released theatrically on December 6, 2024, after being premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in the Special Presentations section on September 6, 2024.
The film tells the true story of Anthony Robles, who became a NCAA Division I wrestling champion despite being born without a leg. He overcame numerous obstacles along the way, including financial hardship and an abusive stepfather.
The film stars Jharrel Jerome as Robles, and Jennifer Lopez as Anthony's mother, Judy Robles. Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña, Shawn Hatosy, and Don Cheadle, among several others. It was distributed by Amazon MGM Pictures and is currently available for streaming on Prime Video.
The main cast of Unstoppable
Jharrel Jerome as Anthony Robles
Jharrel Jerome is playing the lead role of former NCAA Division I wrestling champion, Anthony Robles. Jerome gained prominence for his performance in the 2016 Best Picture Oscar winner, Moonlight. His next acclaimed performance came in the Netflix series, When They See Us, which earned him an Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie.
Jharrel is of Dominican and Haitian descent and was born in Bronx, New York City. For his performance in Unstoppable, he was named the Performer Award recipient from the TIFF Tribute Awards.
Jennifer Lopez as Judy Robles
The global pop icon, known for numerous chart-bursting songs such as If You Had My Love, Waiting for Tonight, Let's Get Loud, Love Don't Cost a Thing, I'm Real, Ain't It Funny, Jenny from the Block, etc, is playing Anthony's mother, Judy Robles. Judy becomes the constant source of love and support for Anthony, despite herself being in an abusive marriage.
Lopez made her acting debut in 1991, as a Fly Girl on the sketch comedy series In Living Color. Since then, she has been part of projects such as Maid in Manhattan, Shall We Dance?, Monster-in-Law, The Mother, and Atlas.
Michael Peña as Bobby Williams
Micheal Pena rose to prominence for his performance as Luis in Antman and its sequel Ant-Man and the Wasp. Earlier, he had starred in many popular films such as Crash, World Trade Center, Shooter, Observe and Report, Tower Heist, Battle: Los Angeles, End of Watch, and Gangster Squad.
He later played the lead role of DEA agent Kiki Camarena in the first season of the Netflix series Narcos: Mexico. In Unstoppable, he plays Anthony's High School coach Bobby Williams.
Don Cheadle as Sean Charles
Don Cheadle is Anthony's coach at the Arizona State University, Sean Charles. Cheadle is known for his versatility in films such as Devil in a Blue Dress, Boogie Nights, The Ocean's Trilogy, and Hotel Rwanda, for which he was nominated for an Oscar.
He plays James Rhodes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has received multiple awards including two Golden Globe Awards, two Grammy, and a Tony.
Additional cast of Unstoppable
Below is the list of actors and the roles they play in the film.
- Jharrel Jerome as Anthony Robles
- Jennifer Lopez as Judy Robles
- Bobby Cannavale as Rich
- Michael Peña as Bobby Williams
- Don Cheadle as Sean Charles
- Shawn Hatosy as Tom Brands
- Chimechi Oparanozie as Brian Corwin
- Noen Perez as Nicholas Robels
- Carlos Solorzano as Andrew Robles
- Julianne Gamiz as Ronnie Robles
- Elijah James as Joshua Bo Robles
- Johnni DiJulius as McDonough
- Parker Sack as Dorian
- Jordan Wallace as Walker
- Benjamin Barrett as Solis
- Corey Jantzen as Mararian
About Unstoppable
Unstoppable is available for streaming exclusively on Prime Video. Here's how the platform describes the plot:
"Unstoppable is the inspiring true story of Anthony Robles who was born with one leg but whose unbreakable resolve empowered him to defy the odds and pursue his dreams."
It continues:
"With the unwavering love and support of his devoted mother and the encouragement of his coaches, Anthony fights through adversity to earn a spot on the Arizona State Wrestling team on his quest to become an NCAA Champion."
Stay tuned for more news and updates about Unstoppable and other films and TV shows on Amazon Prime Video as the year unfolds.
