Requiem for a Heavyweight - 1956

An over-the-hill heavyweight boxing champion who suffers from the ravages of years of head trauma is exploited by his manager, despite the efforts of a compassionate young woman who tries to help him recover his self-respect.

73min
1956
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating8.4/10

Cast

Jack Palance profile pictureJack PalanceHarlan 'Mountain' McClintock
Keenan Wynn profile pictureKeenan WynnMaish Rennick
Kim Hunter profile pictureKim HunterGrace Carney
Ned Glass profile pictureNed GlassBartender
Frank Richards profile pictureFrank RichardsFighter in Bar
Lyn Osborn profile pictureLyn OsbornPhotographer

About Requiem for a Heavyweight

Requiem for a Heavyweight Overview

An over-the-hill heavyweight boxing champion who suffers from the ravages of years of head trauma is exploited by his manager, despite the efforts of a compassionate young woman who tries to help him recover his self-respect.

Runtime: 73min

Extra details

Original Title: Requiem for a Heavyweight
Original Language: English
Directed By: Ralph Nelson
Production Companies
CBS Television NetworkPlayhouse 90