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The dramatic and appealing story of a pugilist who wrote limping poems and his love for a Stage Jane. A tremendous, breath-taking picture filled with charm and thrills-the greatest sport film of the year. Don't miss it!
NR 1928 · 70 min · ★ 9.0 · Comedy, Drama
Kid Reagan is a prizefighter who poses as a poet as a publicity ploy. Jane, an actress hired to impersonate his high-class love interest, can’t help falling for the big lug.
Directed by Tay Garnett · Written by Elliott J. Clawson
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Jack Perry Cyclone -
Otto Lederer Cyclone's Manager - D David Tearle Reporter
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