Come Out Fighting

Come Out Fighting is a 2023 World War II action drama that blends intense battlefield action with a focus on courage, identity, and resilience. Directed by Steven Luke, the film stars Michael Jai White, Tyrese Gibson, and Dolph Lundgren in a gripping story inspired by the real-life legacy of the African American 761st Tank Battalion, also known as the “Black Panthers.”

Set during the final stretch of World War II, the film follows a group of segregated Black soldiers sent on a dangerous mission behind enemy lines. Their task: rescue a captured American general and prevent vital intelligence from falling into Nazi hands. With odds stacked against them, and facing racism from both sides of the war, the soldiers must rely on their skills, unity, and unbreakable will to survive and succeed.

Tyrese Gibson leads the charge as Sergeant Major A.J. “Red” McCarron, a soldier who commands with both heart and steel. Michael Jai White brings physical power and emotional weight to his role as Sergeant Hall, while Dolph Lundgren plays a battle-hardened German officer caught between duty and humanity.

The film doesn’t just focus on action — though the firefights, ambushes, and close-quarters combat are intense and well executed. It also sheds light on the struggles faced by Black soldiers who fought bravely for a country that still treated them as second-class citizens. The emotional weight of this injustice adds depth to the story, giving the film a historical and moral grounding.

Come Out Fighting is a salute to forgotten heroes. It delivers gritty war action, powerful performances, and a timely message about sacrifice, honor, and the fight for equality — both on the battlefield and beyond.