Body and Soul
"All for you..."
Originally released in 1947. Body and Soul is a drama film. directed by Robert Rossen.
Starring John Garfield, Lilli Palmer, and Hazel Brooks
Synopsis
Charley Davis, against the wishes of his mother, becomes a boxer. As he becomes more successful the fighter becomes surrounded by shady characters, including an unethical promoter named Roberts, who tempt the man with a number of vices. Charley finds himself faced with increasingly difficult choices.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 11, 1947
78 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (114 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
John Garfield
as Charley Davis
Lilli Palmer
as Peg Born
Hazel Brooks
as Alice
Anne Revere
as Anna Davis
William Conrad
as Quinn
Joseph Pevney
as Shorty Polaski
Lloyd Gough
as Roberts
Canada Lee
as Ben Chaplin
Larry Anzalone
as Fighter Being Knocked Out (uncredited)
Al Bain
as Club Patron (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Enterprise Productions
- United Artists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Body and Soul about?
Charley Davis, against the wishes of his mother, becomes a boxer. As he becomes more successful the fighter becomes surrounded by shady characters, including an unethical promoter named Roberts, wh...
Who directed Body and Soul?
Body and Soul was directed by Robert Rossen.
How long is Body and Soul?
Body and Soul has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was Body and Soul released?
Body and Soul was released on November 11, 1947 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Body and Soul?
The main cast of Body and Soul includes John Garfield, Lilli Palmer, Hazel Brooks, Anne Revere, William Conrad.
Is Body and Soul worth watching?
Body and Soul has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 114 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.