Resurrecting the Champ
"Based on a true story, that was based on a lie."
Originally released in 2007. Resurrecting the Champ is a drama film. directed by Rod Lurie.
Starring Samuel L. Jackson, Josh Hartnett, and Alan Alda
Synopsis
Up-and-coming sports reporter rescues a homeless man ("Champ") only to discover that he is, in fact, a boxing legend believed to have passed away. What begins as an opportunity to resurrect Champ's story and escape the shadow of his father's success becomes a personal journey as the ambitious reporter reexamines his own life and his relationship with his family.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 14, 2007
18 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (257 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Battleplan Productions
- Yari Film Group
- Phoenix Pictures
- Alberta Film Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Resurrecting the Champ about?
Up-and-coming sports reporter rescues a homeless man ("Champ") only to discover that he is, in fact, a boxing legend believed to have passed away. What begins as an opportunity to resurrect Champ's...
Who directed Resurrecting the Champ?
Resurrecting the Champ was directed by Rod Lurie.
How long is Resurrecting the Champ?
Resurrecting the Champ has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was Resurrecting the Champ released?
Resurrecting the Champ was released on June 14, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Resurrecting the Champ?
The main cast of Resurrecting the Champ includes Samuel L. Jackson, Josh Hartnett, Alan Alda, Teri Hatcher, Kathryn Morris.
Is Resurrecting the Champ worth watching?
Resurrecting the Champ has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 257 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.