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Champion

"Fighting or loving, he was the... CHAMPION"

April 9, 1949 1h 39m 6.6/10 (95 votes)

Originally released in 1949. Champion is a drama film. directed by Mark Robson.

Starring Kirk Douglas, Marilyn Maxwell, and Arthur Kennedy

Synopsis

An unscrupulous boxer fights his way to the top, but eventually alienates all of the people who helped him on the way up.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 9, 1949 76 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (95 votes)
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Budget $600K Production budget
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Box Office $2.5M 4.2x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$600,000
Revenue
$2,500,000

Production Companies

  • Stanley Kramer Productions
  • Screen Plays

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Champion about?

An unscrupulous boxer fights his way to the top, but eventually alienates all of the people who helped him on the way up.

Who directed Champion?

Champion was directed by Mark Robson.

How long is Champion?

Champion has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was Champion released?

Champion was released on April 9, 1949 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Champion?

The main cast of Champion includes Kirk Douglas, Marilyn Maxwell, Arthur Kennedy, Paul Stewart, Ruth Roman.