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The Champ is a 1979 American neo noir drama sports film directed by Franco Zeffirelli and a remake of the 1931 Academy Award -winning film of the same name directed by King Vidor.
Apr 4, 1979 · Jon Voight, Faye Dunaway and Ricky Schroder star in this poignant story about a one-time boxing champ who is forced to return to the ring in order to maintain custody of his eight-year-old son. Voight plays Billy Flynn, an ex-champion boxer who was KO'd by booze and gambling.
- (9.3K)
- Drama, Sport
- Franco Zeffirelli
- 1979-04-04
A former boxing champion and his young son face challenges and reunion in this drama. Billy Flynn, a washed-up horse trainer, must return to the ring to provide for his child, while his wealthy ex-wife tries to take him away.
The Champ (1979) The world looks at Billy Flynn and sees a has-been who seemingly never was, an ex-boxing champion slammed to the mat years ago by booze and gambling. Rentals include 30 days to start watching this video and 48 hours to finish once started.
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The Champ (1979) - Turner Classic Movies. Overview. Synopsis. Credits. Photos & Videos. Film Details. Awards. Articles & Reviews. Quotes. Notes. Brief Synopsis. A washed-up prizefighter fights to keep his son. Cast & Crew. Read More. Franco Zeffirelli. Director. Jon Voight. Billy. Faye Dunaway. Annie. Ricky Schroder. T.J. Arthur Hill.
Find out who starred in and worked behind the scenes of the 1979 boxing drama The Champ, directed by Franco Zeffirelli. See the full cast and crew list, including Jon Voight, Faye Dunaway, Ricky Schroder, and more.
