UFC 1: The Beginning(1993)
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UFC 1: The Beginning Synopsis
The Ultimate Fighting Championship (later renamed UFC 1: The Beginning) was the first mixed martial arts event by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), held at the McNichols Sports Arena in Denver, Colorado, United States, on November 12, 1993. The tournament featured fights with no weight classes, rounds, or judges. The three rules – no biting, no eye gouging, and no groin shots – were to be enforced only by a $1,500 fine. The match only ended by submission, knockout, or the fighter's corner throwing in the towel, although the referee stopped the first fight at 26 seconds.
UFC 1: The Beginning (1993) is a action film, released on November 12, 1993 with a runtime of 1h 28m. It stars Royce Gracie, Gerard Gordeau, Ken Kilpatrick and Kevin Rosier. Viewers rate it 8.1 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Production:
- Zuffa
- Status:
- Released
UFC 1: The Beginning Cast & Crew
Main cast
Royce Gracie
as Self
Gerard Gordeau
as Self
Ken Kilpatrick
as Self
- Kevin Rosier
Kevin Rosier
as Self
- Patrick Smith
Patrick Smith
as Self
Art Jimmerson
as Self
- Zane Frazier
Zane Frazier
as Self
Taylor Wily
as Self
Jason DeLucia
as Self
- Trent Jenkins
Trent Jenkins
as Self
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UFC 1: The Beginning Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.1/10 from 7 ratings.
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UFC 1: The Beginning – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch UFC 1: The Beginning online?
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UFC 1: The Beginning (1993) does not have a confirmed streaming, rental or digital purchase option listed for your region yet. Availability is refreshed regularly, so check back for updates.
Who stars in UFC 1: The Beginning?
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The main cast of UFC 1: The Beginning (1993) includes Royce Gracie, Gerard Gordeau, Ken Kilpatrick, Kevin Rosier and Patrick Smith. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was UFC 1: The Beginning released?
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UFC 1: The Beginning was released on November 12, 1993 and runs for 1h 28m.
Is UFC 1: The Beginning worth watching?
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UFC 1: The Beginning (1993) holds an average rating of 8.1 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy action films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.