Movie

Requiem for a Heavyweight

★ 8.0(4)19561h 13m

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Good to know

Director: Ralph Nelson
Release date: 1956-10-11
Runtime: 1h 13m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Playhouse 90

About Requiem for a Heavyweight

Requiem for a Heavyweight is a 1956 movie in the TV Movie and Drama genres, directed by Ralph Nelson, starring Jack Palance, Keenan Wynn and Kim Hunter. It has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Requiem for a Heavyweight in Norway — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Jack Palance

Harlan 'Mountain' McClintock

Keenan Wynn

Maish Rennick

Kim Hunter

Grace Carney

Ed Wynn

Army

Max Baer

Mike

Maxie Rosenbloom

Steve

Edgar Stehli

Doctor

Stanley Adams

Pirelli

Harry Landers

Fox

Charles Herbert

Jeffrey

Ned Glass

Bartender

Frank Richards

Fighter in Bar

Themes & keywords

boxer

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Requiem for a Heavyweight in Norway?+

Requiem for a Heavyweight is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Norway. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Requiem for a Heavyweight on Netflix?+

Requiem for a Heavyweight is not on Netflix in Norway right now.

How long is Requiem for a Heavyweight?+

Requiem for a Heavyweight has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes (73 minutes).

Who stars in Requiem for a Heavyweight?+

Requiem for a Heavyweight stars Jack Palance, Keenan Wynn, Kim Hunter, Ed Wynn and Max Baer.

When did Requiem for a Heavyweight come out?+

Requiem for a Heavyweight is a 1956 movie directed by Ralph Nelson.

What genre is Requiem for a Heavyweight?+

Requiem for a Heavyweight is TV Movie and Drama film.

Who directed Requiem for a Heavyweight?+

Requiem for a Heavyweight was directed by Ralph Nelson.