Director: Robert Wise
Language
English
NMTW
79%
Good
Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award2 wins & 2 nominations total
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Robert RyanStoker -
Audrey TotterJulie
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George TobiasTiny
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Alan BaxterLittle Boy
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Wallace FordGus
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Percy HeltonRed
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Hal BaylorTiger Nelson
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Darryl HickmanShanley
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Kevin O'MorrisonMoore
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James EdwardsLuther Hawkins
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David ClarkeGunboat Johnson
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Phillip PineSouza
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Edwin MaxDanny
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Herbert AndersonHusband (uncredited)
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Noble 'Kid' ChissellHandler (uncredited)
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Larry AnzaloneMexican Fighter (uncredited)
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Arthur BerkeleyCafe Patron (uncredited)
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Burman BodelMan (uncredited)
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John ButlerBlind Man's Buddy (uncredited)
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Bud CokesFight Spectator (uncredited)
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| Country: | USA |
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| Length: | 73 min |
Description:
A veteran boxing manager takes a dangerous turn when he secretly accepts bribes from a gambling mobster. As a major tournament unfolds and the rewards grow, the manager struggles to balance corrupt dealings with protecting his fighter from the truth. He faces a difficult choice between his principles and financial security, all while hoping his boxer wins and achieves a brighter future. The film examines loyalty, trust, and the gray areas between right and wrong in the high-stakes world of professional boxing and organized crime.
| Alternative title: | The Set-Up |
| Release year: | 1949 |
| Language: | English |
| Awards: | 🏆 Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award2 wins & 2 nominations total |
| Director: | Robert Wise |
| Type: | Movie |
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