The Champ
📖 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.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “The more you love... the harder you fight.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama
- Director
- Franco Zeffirelli
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Jon VoightBilly
Faye DunawayAnnie
Rick SchroderT.J.
Jack WardenJackie
Arthur HillMike
Strother MartinRiley
Joan BlondellDolly Kenyon
Mary Jo CatlettJosie
Elisha Cook Jr.Georgie
Stefan GieraschCharlie Goodman🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Champ about?
- 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.
- Who directed The Champ?
- The Champ was directed by Franco Zeffirelli.
- When was The Champ released?
- The Champ was released on July 7, 1979.
- How long is The Champ?
- The Champ has a runtime of 2h 1m.
- Where can I track The Champ?
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