The Fighting Preacher is a biographical movie based on the true story of Willard Bean, a famous boxing champion who became a preacher. The movie is set in the 1930s and takes place in the small town of Palmyra, New York. Willard Bean and his wife Rebecca Bean move to Palmyra, where they come across the Book of Mormon and convert to the Mormon faith.
Willard is an outgoing, energetic man who loves to box, and his new religion does not change his passion for it. However, his newfound faith also instills in him a desire to help others and to make a positive impact on the world. Willard begins preaching, with Rebecca by his side, and many people in the town are receptive to his message.
Willard's boxing fame precedes him, and his former boxing manager tries to persuade him to come out of retirement and fight again. Willard is torn between his love of boxing and his commitment to his faith, but ultimately he decides to preach instead of boxing.
The movie follows Willard as he struggles to balance his newfound faith with his past love for boxing. He also faces opposition and ridicule from those who do not understand his message. However, through his passion and devotion to his faith, Willard makes a significant impact on the town of Palmyra and gains the respect of many of its citizens.
The Fighting Preacher is a heartwarming and inspiring movie about one man's journey from boxing champion to preacher, and how he used his fame and passion to make a difference in the world.