The Boxer (1997)
Movie 1h 54m ★ 6.7/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
Dating from 1997, The Boxer sits in the drama and romance corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Jim Sheridan. The cast includes David Hayman, Brian Cox and Emily Watson. The running time is 1h 54m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.7 out of 10.
Synopsis
Nineteen-year-old Danny Flynn is imprisoned for his involvement with the I.R.A. in Belfast. He leaves behind his family and his sixteen-year-old girlfriend, Maggie Hamill. Fourteen years later, Danny is released from prison and returns to his old working class neighborhood to resume his life as a boxer.
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Cast & crew
- Jim SheridanDirector
- David Haymanas Joe Hamill's Aide
- Brian Coxas Joe Hamill
- Emily Watsonas Maggie Hamill
- Kenneth Cranhamas Matt MaGuire
- Ken Stottas Ike Weir
- Daniel Day-Lewisas Danny Flynn
- Gerard McSorleyas Harry
- Lorraine Pilkingtonas Bride
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Questions about The Boxer
- What genre is The Boxer?
- The Boxer is categorised as Drama, Romance.
- Who stars in The Boxer?
- David Hayman, Brian Cox, Emily Watson, Kenneth Cranham, Ken Stott appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Boxer?
- Jim Sheridan directed The Boxer.
- How long is The Boxer?
- The Boxer runs for 1h 54m (114 minutes).
- Is The Boxer worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.7/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Boxer?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
