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The Champ (1979)

The more you love... the harder you fight.

  • Jul 7, 1979
  • 2h 1m

7.0/10

TMDB user score
218 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

The Champ is a 1979 drama film directed by Franco Zeffirelli. Its leading cast includes Jon Voight, Faye Dunaway and Ricky Schroder. It runs for 2 hours 1 minute.

Synopsis

Billy used to be a great boxer, but he's settled into a hardscrabble life that revolves around drinking, training horses, and the one bright spot in his existence — his young son, T.J. Although Billy has had custody of T.J. since his wife, Annie, left the family years ago, her return prompts a new struggle for the former fighter. Determined to hold on to his son, Billy gets back into the ring to try and recapture his past success.

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Before You Pick

Time needed
2 hours 1 minute
Language
English
Audience signal
7.0/10 from 218 TMDB votes

Trailer

The Champ ≣ 1979 ≣ Trailer ≣ Remastered · plays from YouTube

Where to Watch The Champ

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Cast

  • Jon Voight Billy
  • Faye Dunaway Annie
  • Ricky Schroder T.J.
  • Jack Warden Jackie
  • Arthur Hill Mike
  • Strother Martin Riley
  • Joan Blondell Dolly Kenyon
  • Mary Jo Catlett Josie
  • Elisha Cook Jr. Georgie
  • Stefan Gierasch Charlie Goodman
  • Allan Miller Whitey
  • Joe Tornatore Hesh
  • Shirlee Kong Donna Mae
  • Jeff Blum Jeffie
  • Dana Elcar Hoffmaster
  • Randall 'Tex' Cobb Bowers
  • Kristoff St. John Sonny
  • Gina Gallego Cuban Girl

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