Ring of Passion
Synopsis
Fact-based drama about the two Joe Louis-Max Schmeling heavyweight fights and the way both boxers unwillingly became symbols of political ideologies just prior to World War II.
Top Cast
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Bernie Casey
Joe Louis
Stephen Macht
Max Schmeling
Allen Garfield
Damon Runyon
Norman Alden
Max Machon
Joseph Campanella
Paul Gallico
Britt Ekland
Amy Ondra Schmeling
Julius Harris
Chappie Jackson
Mordecai Lawner
Joe Jacobs
Denise Nicholas
Marva Trotter Louis
Beah Richards
Lilly Brooks
Percy Rodriguez
John Roxborough
Mel Stewart
Julian Black
Barry Dennen
Adolf Hitler
Johnny Haymer
Nazi Official
Al Lewis
Mike Jacobs
Rod McCary
Rodney
Joshua Shelley
Max
Dan Avey
Blow-by-Blow Announcer
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Michael Lewis
- Screenplay & Story
- Larry Forrester
- Original Score
- Bill Conti
- Original Title
- Ring of Passion
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox Television, NBC Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Michael Lewis
Larry Forrester
Bill Conti
Jules Brenner
Sidney Katz
Sheldon A. Saltman, Lou Morheim
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Katz
Editor
Jules Brenner
Director of Photography
Lou Morheim
Producer
Robert Michael Lewis
Director
Larry Forrester
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ring of Passion
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ring of Passion about?
Fact-based drama about the two Joe Louis-Max Schmeling heavyweight fights and the way both boxers unwillingly became symbols of political ideologies just prior to World War II.
Who directed Ring of Passion?
Ring of Passion was directed by Robert Michael Lewis.
Who stars in Ring of Passion?
The principal cast of Ring of Passion includes Bernie Casey, Stephen Macht, Allen Garfield, Norman Alden, Joseph Campanella.
When was Ring of Passion released and how long is it?
Ring of Passion was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Ring of Passion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ring of Passion was composed by Bill Conti.