Movie

The Set-Up

“I want a man … not a human punching bag!”

★ 7.3(179)19491h 13m

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Good to know

Director: Robert Wise
Release date: 1949-03-29
Runtime: 1h 13m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About The Set-Up

The Set-Up is a 1949 movie in the Drama and Crime genres, directed by Robert Wise, starring Robert Ryan, Audrey Totter and George Tobias. It has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.3/10 from 179 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Set-Up in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Expecting the usual loss, a boxing manager takes bribes from a betting gangster without telling his fighter.

Cast

Robert Ryan

Stoker

Audrey Totter

Julie

George Tobias

Tiny

Alan Baxter

Little Boy

Wallace Ford

Gus

Percy Helton

Red

Hal Baylor

Tiger Nelson

Darryl Hickman

Shanley

Kevin O'Morrison

Moore

James Edwards

Luther Hawkins

David Clarke

Gunboat Johnson

Phillip Pine

Souza

Themes & keywords

transportersportsgamblingboxerfilm noirboxing

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Set-Up in Mexico?+

The Set-Up is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Set-Up on Netflix?+

The Set-Up is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Set-Up?+

The Set-Up has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes (73 minutes).

Who stars in The Set-Up?+

The Set-Up stars Robert Ryan, Audrey Totter, George Tobias, Alan Baxter and Wallace Ford.

When did The Set-Up come out?+

The Set-Up is a 1949 movie directed by Robert Wise.

What genre is The Set-Up?+

The Set-Up is Drama and Crime film.

Who directed The Set-Up?+

The Set-Up was directed by Robert Wise.