The Boxer is a 1997 Irish sports drama film written and directed by Jim Sheridan and co-written by Terry George.

Irish boxer and former Provisional IRA member Danny Flynn returns home to Belfast after a 14-year stint in prison at the age of 32.

Harry sees Danny and Maggie's relationship as a way to undermine the authority of her father, Joe Hamill, the gruff but pacifist local IRA commander campaigning for peace.

Harry starts to harass Danny including by assassinating the friendly police officer who donates equipment to the boxing club.

[5] The Boxer was nominated for three Golden Globe Awards in the Picture, Actor (Daniel Day-Lewis) and Director (Jim Sheridan) categories.