The Calcium Kid
"It takes a lotta bottle to be the champ"
Originally released in 2004. The Calcium Kid is a comedy film. directed by Alex De Rakoff. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Orlando Bloom, Omid Djalili, and Michael Lerner
Synopsis
When milkman Jimmy Connelly accidentally puts Britain's contender for the World title out of action, he is propelled from amateur boxer to the world stage and announced as the replacement contender for the championship fight.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 30, 2004
21 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (58 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Working Title Films
- Universal Pictures
- StudioCanal
- WT² Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Calcium Kid about?
When milkman Jimmy Connelly accidentally puts Britain's contender for the World title out of action, he is propelled from amateur boxer to the world stage and announced as the replacement contender...
Who directed The Calcium Kid?
The Calcium Kid was directed by Alex De Rakoff.
How long is The Calcium Kid?
The Calcium Kid has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Calcium Kid released?
The Calcium Kid was released on April 30, 2004 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Calcium Kid?
The main cast of The Calcium Kid includes Orlando Bloom, Omid Djalili, Michael Lerner, Michael Peña, Tamer Hassan.