Fightworld - Season 1

Fightworld - Season 1

First aired: 10/12/2018 5 episodes

Actor and fight enthusiast Frank Grillo travels the world, immersing himself in different fight cultures to understand their traditions and motivations.

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Episodes

Episode 1

1. Mexico: La Pistola y El Corazon

Aired: 10/12/2018

Actor Frank Grillo visits Mexico City, where he meets Julio César Chávez, speaks with aspiring boxers and learns the one rule of Mexican boxing.

Episode 2

2. Thailand: Fortunate Son

Aired: 10/12/2018

In Thailand, Grillo sees firsthand why muay thai is known as "the art of eight limbs." Later, he visits a true titan of the sport.

Episode 3

3. Myanmar: Crossroads

Aired: 10/12/2018

Fighters from around the world travel to Myanmar for the World Lethwei Championship. Also, Grillo trains with an elite fighter.

Episode 4

4. Senegal: If I Should Fall From Grace with God

Aired: 10/12/2018

Grillo -- along with countless passionate fans -- gets caught up in the pageantry as two highly respected Senegalese wrestlers prepare to battle.

Episode 5

5. Israel: Masters of War

Aired: 10/12/2018

In Israel, Grillo receives a lesson on Krav Maga, a unique style of hand-to-hand combat used by citizens and military forces alike.