---
title: "Resurrecting the Champ"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/resurrecting-the-champ-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 13074
imdb_id: "tt0416185"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 112
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 279
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Resurrecting the Champ (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/resurrecting-the-champ-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Resurrecting the Champ is a 2007 drama film that explores themes of professional ethics, journalism, and athletics. The story follows an up-and-coming sports reporter who rescues a homeless man known as Champ. The reporter eventually discovers that the man is actually a boxing legend previously believed to have passed away. What begins as a professional opportunity for the ambitious reporter to resurrect the story of the former athlete and escape the shadow of his own father's success evolves into a personal journey. As the reporter investigates the man's claims, he is forced to reexamine his own life and his relationship with his family. The film is based on a true story that was based on a lie. The motion picture soundtrack was released on September 25, 2007, by the Rykodisc record label, featuring a score composed and orchestrated by musicians Larry Groupé and Blake Hazard. The film has a runtime of one hour and fifty-two minutes and was released in the United States on June 14, 2007.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel | The CW, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Rakuten TV | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave | None | FlixFling |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rod Lurie
- **Networks / Studios**: Battleplan Productions, Yari Film Group, Phoenix Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Samuel L. Jackson** as *Champ*
- **Josh Hartnett** as *Erik Kenman Jr.*
- **Alan Alda** as *Ralph Metz*
- **Teri Hatcher** as *Andrea Flak*
- **Kathryn Morris** as *Joyce Kernan*
- **Dakota Goyo** as *Teddy Kernan*
- **Rachel Nichols** as *Polly*
- **Nick Sandow** as *Marciano*
- **Kristen Shaw** as *Kristen Shaw*
- **David Paymer** as *Whitley*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Resurrecting the Champ online?
Resurrecting the Champ is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Howdy Amazon Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Resurrecting the Champ worth watching?
Resurrecting the Champ holds a community rating of 6.3/10 based on 279 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Resurrecting the Champ and when was it released?
Resurrecting the Champ is a feature film with a runtime of 112 minutes. It was released in 2007. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Resurrecting the Champ?
Resurrecting the Champ was directed by Rod Lurie.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Resurrecting the Champ — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/13074)
- [Resurrecting the Champ - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resurrecting_the_Champ)
- [Resurrecting the Champ (2007) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0416185/fullcredits/)
- [Resurrecting the Champ (2007) - Cast & Crew — The Movie ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/13074-resurrecting-the-champ/cast)
- [Resurrecting the Champ (2007) | Kaleidescape Movie Store](https://www.kaleidescape.com/marine-movie-store/movie/resurrecting-the-champ-2007)
- [Resurrecting the Champ (2007) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/resurrecting-the-champ/credits)

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