After years of anticipation, Boyka: Undisputed 5 finally hits the screen—and fans of underground fight cinema will not be disappointed. The latest installment in the cult-favorite franchise once again puts Yuri Boyka, the "most complete fighter in the world," in the center of a brutal, blood-soaked storm of fists, kicks, and inner conflict. Directed by series veteran Isaac Florentine, this fifth chapter deepens the mythos of Boyka while staying true to its bare-knuckle roots.
Set several years after the events of Boyka: Undisputed 4, the film finds Yuri (played masterfully once again by Scott Adkins) living in self-imposed exile, trying to find peace in a monastery in Eastern Europe. But when a mysterious new fight circuit known as The Red Arena starts recruiting—and eliminating—former underground champions, Boyka is forced to come out of hiding. One of the slain fighters? A young protégé who once trained under him. Fueled by vengeance and justice, Boyka enters the ring once more, not just to fight, but to dismantle the machine behind the bloodshed.
Scott Adkins continues to prove that he is the gold standard of modern martial arts cinema. His physicality is unmatched, and his portrayal of Boyka remains as intense, emotional, and complex as ever. Though a man of few words, Boyka’s presence dominates every scene—with every grimace, grunt, and fight carrying emotional weight.
The fight choreography is as crisp and punishing as ever. With a mix of Muay Thai, Krav Maga, Sambo, and high-flying acrobatics, each fight is a mini-masterpiece of precision, speed, and raw power. The highlight is a bone-breaking rooftop match in the rain, shot with long takes and minimal CGI—delivering pure adrenaline.
This time, the film adds a touch more character development and emotional stakes. Boyka’s arc is not just about dominance but redemption—he struggles with the violence in his past and the consequences it left behind. We also meet Eva, a doctor working with underground fighters, who becomes both an ally and a moral mirror for Boyka.
Visually, the film holds up impressively. Gritty urban backdrops, dimly lit cages, and high-contrast cinematography give Boyka 5 its signature raw aesthetic. The soundtrack is pulsing and aggressive, matching the tension beat-for-beat.
That said, the plot remains fairly simple, and some supporting characters lack depth. But let’s be honest—Boyka films aren’t about plot twists. They’re about visceral, stylish, hard-hitting action—and Boyka: Undisputed 5 delivers on all fronts.
Boyka: Undisputed 5 is a triumphant return for one of martial arts cinema’s most iconic antiheroes. With stunning action, emotional grit, and a relentless lead performance, it punches harder than ever—and reminds us why Yuri Boyka is still the king of the underground ring
