What is The Champ?
The Champ is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 121 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 7, 1979
- Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Hialeah Park Studios
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The Champ is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Hialeah Park Studios. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A former champion fights his past to keep his son.”
- Jon Voight delivers a powerful lead performance
- Heartfelt father‑son relationship drives the drama
- Classic redemption arc for a sports drama
- The film’s somber tone may feel heavy for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate gritty, character‑driven stories about redemption and family.
Features adult themes such as alcoholism and boxing violence, making it best suited for mature audiences.
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When was The Champ released?
The Champ was released in the United States on July 10, 1979.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film runs for approximately 2 hours and 1 minute.
Who are the main cast members?
Jon Voight stars as Billy Flynn, Ricky Schroder plays his son T.J., and Faye Dunaway appears as his ex‑wife.
What genre does the film belong to?
The Champ is classified as a drama.
What is the basic premise of the story?
The story follows former boxer Billy Flynn, who returns to the ring to support his son and reclaim his life after his ex‑wife reappears.
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