

The Brawler
2019-01-18 · 95 min · ★ 4.1
The true story of underdog boxer, Chuck Wepner, who gets a shot to fight the champ, Muhammed Ali.
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- Directors
- Ken Kushner
- Production companies
- Circle 4 Entertainment, Aloe Entertainment, JARS Productions, Mass Hysteria Entertainment, Massive Film Project, Safier Entertainment
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Zach McGowanChuck Wepner
Amy SmartLinda Wepner
Taryn ManningPhyllis Wepner
Burt YoungSalvatore
Jerrod PaigeMuhammad Ali
Jason James RichterJohn
Tony DarrowTommy, head of the family
Nick LoebDonnie Wepner
William Lee ScottArtie Stock
Robert ClohessyAnthony Mango
Joseph D'OnofrioJoey G
Betsy BeutlerDonna
Jerrod PaigeMuhammed ali
Joseph R. GannascoliJohn
Anthony ManganoSly Stallone
Joe PantolianoAl Braverman
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