Resurrecting the Champ
“Based on a true story, that was based on a lie.”
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.
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Resurrecting the Champ (2007) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-11-23
Top Cast
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Samuel L. Jackson
Champ
Josh Hartnett
Erik Kenman Jr.
Alan Alda
Ralph Metz
Teri Hatcher
Andrea Flak
Kathryn Morris
Joyce Kernan
Dakota Goyo
Teddy Kernan
Rachel Nichols
Polly
Nick Sandow
Marciano
Kristen Shaw
Kristen Shaw
David Paymer
Whitley
Harry Lennix
Bob Satterfield Jr.
Peter Coyote
Ike Epstein
Chris Ippolito
Jaws
J. Winston Carroll
Roselle
Suzanne Pringle
Woman with Kenny
Troy Amos-Ross
Young Champ
Rod Lurie
Toby Eagleburger
John Elway
John Elway
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 14, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 14, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rod Lurie
- Screenplay & Story
- Allison Burnett, Michael Bortman
- Original Score
- Larry Groupé
- Original Title
- Resurrecting the Champ
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Battleplan Productions, Yari Film Group, Phoenix Pictures, Alberta Film Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rod Lurie
Allison Burnett, Michael Bortman
Larry Groupé
Adam Kane
Sarah Boyd
Marc Frydman, Mike Medavoy, Bob Yari, Rod Lurie
Department Leadership Roster
Allison Burnett
Screenplay
Michael Bortman
Screenplay
Rod Lurie
Director
Adam Kane
Director of Photography
Marc Frydman
Producer
Mike Medavoy
Producer
Bob Yari
Producer
Wendy Partridge
Costume Design
Sarah Boyd
Editor
Ken Rempel
Production Design
Rod Lurie
Producer
Larry Groupé
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Resurrecting the Champ
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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 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.
Who directed Resurrecting the Champ?
Resurrecting the Champ was directed by Rod Lurie.
Who stars in Resurrecting the Champ?
The principal cast of Resurrecting the Champ includes Samuel L. Jackson, Josh Hartnett, Alan Alda, Teri Hatcher, Kathryn Morris.
When was Resurrecting the Champ released and how long is it?
Resurrecting the Champ was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Resurrecting the Champ?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Resurrecting the Champ was composed by Larry Groupé.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Resurrecting the Champ?
Resurrecting the Champ holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).