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The Brawler (2019) · Cineora

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A KEN KUSHNER FILM

The Brawler

20191h 35mRMovie

CrimeDramaHistoryRomance

IMDb4.9/ 10 · 693 votes

THE MAN WHO INSPIRED THE LEGEND.

The true story of underdog boxer, Chuck Wepner, who gets a shot to fight the champ, Muhammed Ali.

Gritty
Bittersweet
Sports
Underdog
True story

Pace: Measured
Intensity: Moderate
Complexity: Easy watch

Good for talking about after and watching alone. Contains strong language.

DirectorKen Kushner

FormatFeature film

TMDB4.1 / 10

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The people behind the story

Top cast

Zach McGowanChuck Wepner

Amy SmartLinda Wepner

Taryn ManningPhyllis Wepner

Burt YoungSalvatore

Jerrod PaigeMuhammad Ali

Jason James RichterJohn

Tony DarrowTommy, head of the family

Nick LoebDonnie Wepner

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