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The Champ (1979)

★ 6.8PG123 minDirector: Franco Zeffirelli

Remake by Franco Zeffirelli

The Champ is a 1979 American 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. It stars Jon Voight as Billy Flynn, a former boxer who attempts to support his son (Ricky Schroder) and reconcile with his ex-wife (Faye Dunaway) by fighting in the ring again.

The Champ was released by United Artists on April 4, 1979, with Cinema International Corporation releasing in other territories. The film received mixed reviews from critics and grossed $65 million against an $8 million budget. The film is the last featuring Joan Blondell to be released during her lifetime.

For his performance, Schroder won Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year – Actor, making him the youngest winner in the history of the Golden Globe.

Plot summary adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

FAQ

What is The Champ about?
The Champ (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. Whe
Is The Champ based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Champ scary?
Content rating: PG. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.