The Brawler
“The man who inspired the legend.”
Synopsis
The true story of underdog boxer, Chuck Wepner, who gets a shot to fight the champ, Muhammed Ali.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-08-24
Top Cast
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Zach McGowan
Chuck Wepner
Amy Smart
Linda Wepner
Taryn Manning
Phyllis Wepner
Burt Young
Salvatore
Jerrod Paige
Muhammad Ali
Jason James Richter
John
Tony Darrow
Tommy, head of the family
Nick Loeb
Donnie Wepner
William Lee Scott
Artie Stock
Robert Clohessy
Anthony Mango
Joseph D'Onofrio
Joey G
Betsy Beutler
Donna
Jerrod Paige
Muhammed ali
Joseph R. Gannascoli
John
Anthony Mangano
Sly Stallone
Arthur L. Bernstein
FBI Special Agent Warfield
Joe Pantoliano
Al Braverman
Adam Falkoff
FBI Special Agent Matheson
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 18, 2019
Wide Cinema Exhibition
July 10, 2019
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ken Kushner
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Dibella, Ken Kushner
- Original Score
- Eros Cartechini
- Original Title
- The Brawler
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Circle 4 Entertainment, Aloe Entertainment, JARS Productions, Mass Hysteria Entertainment, Massive Film Project, Safier Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken Kushner
Robert Dibella, Ken Kushner
Eros Cartechini
Przemyslaw Reut
Przemyslaw Reut
Mary Aloe, Jared Safier, Arthur L. Bernstein, Daniel Grodnik, Rob Simmons
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Kushner
Director
Robert Dibella
Screenplay
Mary Aloe
Producer
Jared Safier
Producer
Arthur L. Bernstein
Producer
Daniel Grodnik
Producer
Rob Simmons
Producer
Ken Kushner
Screenplay
Adam Falkoff
Producer
Ken Kushner
Producer
Przemyslaw Reut
Editor
Judy San Roman
Producer
Przemyslaw Reut
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Brawler
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Brawler about?
The true story of underdog boxer, Chuck Wepner, who gets a shot to fight the champ, Muhammed Ali.
Who directed The Brawler?
The Brawler was directed by Ken Kushner.
Who stars in The Brawler?
The principal cast of The Brawler includes Zach McGowan, Amy Smart, Taryn Manning, Burt Young, Jerrod Paige.
When was The Brawler released and how long is it?
The Brawler was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Brawler?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Brawler was composed by Eros Cartechini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Brawler?
The Brawler holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).